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330.802.71
Seminar on Aging, Cognition and Neurodegenerative Disorders

Location
Internet
Term
4th Term
Department
Mental Health
Credit(s)
2
Academic Year
2023 - 2024
Instruction Method
Synchronous Online
Class Time(s)
Thursday, 3:30 - 5:20pm
Auditors Allowed
Yes, with instructor consent
Available to Undergraduate
Yes
Grading Restriction
Pass/Fail
Course Instructor(s)
Contact Name
Frequency Schedule
One Year Only
Next Offered
Only offered in 2023
Prerequisite
Description
Addresses age-related cognitive and neuropsychiatric disorders that are of particular importance with the rapid expansion of the aging population. Focuses on the major domains of cognition and comparison of the age-related changes that occur in each cognitive domain. Includes emphasis on contrasting the major neurodegenerative disorders related to age and describing the clinical presentation and pattern of cognitive change in each condition. Addresses current strategies for maximizing cognitive function with age and treatment strategies for the primary neurodegenerative disorders. Examines and identifies gaps in knowledge and research approaches to fill these gaps. Explores concepts of cognitive systems, animal and imaging models, and neuropathological changes associated with aging and with disease.
Learning Objectives
Upon successfully completing this course, students will be able to:
  1. Discuss models of improving care for patients with dementia
  2. Describe biomarkers that have been examined in neurodegenerative disorders, and how they may be used to improve the conduct of clinical trials
  3. Review the genetic causes and/or risks for the major neurodegenerative diseases
  4. Discuss animal models of neurodegenerative disorders and how they can be used to find improved treatments for patients
Methods of Assessment
This course is evaluated as follows:
  • 30% Participation
  • 70% Paper(s)
Special Comments

Predoctoral and Postdoctoral students from A&S, SPH and Medicine students participating in training grant on age-related, cognitive and neuropsychiatric disorders.