Cognitive functions in neurological diseasesLaajuus (5 op)

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The goals of the course are to learn
- basic knowledge of brain function
- understand cognitive function and various neuropsychological symptoms
- neuropsychological symptoms assosiated with the most common neurological diseases, for example stroke, multiple schlerosis and Parkinson disease
- brain health aspects

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The course studies the structure and the function of the brain and what cognitive function means. The course studies neuropsychological symptoms and what neuropschological symptoms are assosiated with the most common neurological diseases. You will also learn how to keep brain healthy and active. The course material includes presentations, slides and internet material.