Psychology 214 - COLQ: DISORDERS OF LANG/COMM

Considers language and communication difficulties and disorders in adults and children arising from such factors as sensory impairment (deafness and blindness), cognitive and social impairment (Down's syndrome and autism), and specific language impairment. Studies the brain mechanisms underlying language disorders through cases of adult and childhood aphasia resulting from brain damage. Also covers issues of language assessment and intervention. Prerequisites: PSY/PHI 213 Language Acquisition or PHI 236 Linguistic Structures or by permission of instructor. Enrollment limit of 25 students.