PSYC3379 · Psychology

Disorders of Language and Communication

Morrissey College of Arts & Sciences

This course examines how human language and communication can be affected by neurological disorders, predominantly acquired brain injury. Specific topics include, among others, deficits producing and understanding words, sentences, discourse, and speech prosody. There is also some coverage of historical themes, neurology, neuropsychology, treatment approaches (speech-language pathology), recovery, and assessment. Thus, the course reflects both clinical and research perspectives. The emphasis is on adults rather than children. Class sessions will be devoted to lecture, discussion, and student presentations. Class attendance is important.