Course: Introduction to Neuropsychology

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Course title Introduction to Neuropsychology
Course code PCH/UNPSB
Organizational form of instruction Lecture + Lesson
Level of course Bachelor
Year of study not specified
Semester Summer
Number of ECTS credits 4
Language of instruction Czech
Status of course Compulsory
Form of instruction Face-to-face
Work placements This is not an internship
Recommended optional programme components None
Lecturer(s)
  • Orel Miroslav, MUDr. PhDr. PhD.
Course content
The aim is a basic introduction to the construction and operation of the human nervous system. Knowledge of the human body, especially about human nervous systém, neurons, neurotransmiters etc. Students should understand the basics of nerve cell activity, synaptic information transfer, they should acquire basic knowledge in the field of human brain structure and function. Neuron - structure, function, membrane action. "Neuron conduction, action, generator and resting membrane potential. "Synapse - structure and function. "Mediator - types, functions, ways of transmission of information between neurons. "Supporting cells - glia. "Packaging the brain and spinal cord. "Cerebrospinal fluid. "Vascular supply to the brain and spinal cord. 'Spinal cords - structure, function. "The brain stem - structure, function. "Cerebellum - structure, function. "Diencephalon - structure, function. "Cerebrum - structure, structure, center. "Limbic system - structure, function. "Basal ganglia - structure, function. "Cranial nerves. "The autonomic nervous system. "Biorytmy. "Waking and sleep, sleep disorder. Control motor. "Sensory function. "Mechanisms of visual. "Mechanisms hearing. "Authorities and tracing. "Chemoreceptor - smell and taste. "Proprioception and skin sensation. "Integrating the functions of the central nervous system. "A comprehensive approach to man. "The development of the brain, growth factors, formation, disappearance and migration of neurons. "Neurophysiologic aspects of mental disorders (depression, schizophrenia, dementia, etc.). "Possibilities of the brain affected by biological means (psychotropic drugs elektrokonvulze etc.). "The brain and stress - stress management and phase response, the effect of stress on brain function.

Learning activities and teaching methods
Lecture, Monologic Lecture(Interpretation, Training), Demonstration
  • Preparation for the Exam - 100 hours per semester
  • Preparation for the Course Credit - 5 hours per semester
  • Semestral Work - 5 hours per semester
  • Attendace - 36 hours per semester
Learning outcomes
Learning outcomes of the course unit The subject acquaints students with the basics of construction and especially with the function of the nervous system of a person. The main focus is on understanding the principles of nervous system function from the level of nerve cells to the level of the brain as the highest nervous headquarters. Psychology students are also acquainted with the continuity of the discipline in clinical practice (eg in the field of psychiatric and neurological disorders, possibilities of influencing the brain, etc.). Everything including the basic Latin terminology, which will be required for the exam and in the future will provide orientation in professional literature, medical
Knowledge of the human body, especially about human nervous systém, neurons, neurotransmiters etc. Students should understand the basics of nerve cell activity, synaptic information transfer, they should acquire basic knowledge in the field of human brain structure and function.
Prerequisites
interest

Assessment methods and criteria
Mark, Oral exam

teaching participation, seminar work, oral exam
Recommended literature
  • Orel, M. a kol. Člověk, jeho mozek a svět. Praha.
  • Orel M. (2015). Nervové buňky a jejich svět. Praha.


Study plans that include the course
Faculty Study plan (Version) Category of Branch/Specialization Recommended year of study Recommended semester
Faculty: Faculty of Arts Study plan (Version): Psychology (2015) Category: Psychology courses 1 Recommended year of study:1, Recommended semester: Summer