PSYCOBIOLOGY AND PSYCHOLOGY II
Learning outcomes of the course unit
The aim of the course is that of examining the neurophysiological and neuropsychological aspects of some complex brain functions
Course contents summary
Introduction to the main disciplines (neurophysiology, psychophysiology, neurology, neurosychology) investigating the relation between physiological processes and behavior. Brief description of the main recent techniquesfor the study of human brain (neuroimaging, MEG, etc.). Neurophysiological and neuropsychological mechanisms of praxis, learning and memory, phylogenetic, ontogentic and neuropsychological aspects of language, emotions, brain plasticity.
Recommended readings
Pinel. Psicobiologia. Ed. Il Mulino
Ladavas E. e Berti A.E. Neuropsicologia. Ed.Il Mulino
Teaching methods
Traditional lessons, reading of articles to be subsequently discussed
Assessment methods and criteria
Final oral examination
