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Disorders of Social Cognition
Last Updated: 2026-02-05 16:30:56
Abstract
In this seminar, we consider how the human brain processes social Information. The approach focuses on exploring the neural bases of social cognition in healthy individuals, as well as providing case studies from atypical populations, whose pathologies are typified by dysfunction in social information processing, such as autism spectrum disorder and schizophrenia.
Objective
- To familiarise students with forms of social cognition in humans, as well as the neural systems that support social cognition. - To critically evaluate theories and data relating to Social Cognition and Social Neuroscience. - To relate how knowledge of typical brain function can inform our understanding of individuals who process social information differently, and vice versa. - To develop effective scientific communication skills in oral and written formats.
Content
This seminar will consider how the human brain understands and organises social behaviour. The approach will focus on exploring the neural bases of social cognition in healthy individuals, as well as providing case studies from atypical populations, whose pathologies are typified by dysfunction in social information processing. Examples of such pathologies include autism spectrum disorder, schizophrenia and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder. By examining healthy and atypical populations, this module will highlight how disorders of social cognition can inform the understanding of healthy brain function, as well as how understanding healthy brain function can inform disorders of social cognition.
General Information
- Language
- English
- Levels
- DZ , DS , SHE , MSC
- Frequency
- Yearly recurring
Examination
- Type
- graded semester performance
Registration & Places
- Max Places
- 30
- Signup End
- 29.09.2024
Course Components
| Type | Title | Time & Place | Hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| lecture with exercise | Disorders of Social Cognition |
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2 h weekly |
Offered In
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Educational Science for Teaching Diploma and TC (These are the general course offerings of the programmes Teaching Diploma (TD) - categories Educational Science and Compulsory Elective Courses - and Teaching Certificate (TC) - category Educational Science.)
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