PSYC-4142 (3) Brain Injury, Plasticity and Recovery: From Neuron to Behavior

Traumatic brain injury is prevalent in all aspects of society, with incidence rates varying according to age, gender, military affiliation and participation in certain sports. The course will delve into the full spectrum of consequences following injury, beginning with the individual neural cells in the brain through to the behaving individual. It will also cover strategies to improve functional recovery. Prereq., PSYC 2012 or NRSC 2100. Recommended prereq., PSYC/NRSC 4132. Restricted to junior/seniors or instructor consent required. Prerequisites: Restricted to students with 57-180 credits (Juniors or Seniors).