Brain, Behavior, and Movement

School of Medicine

The Brain, Behavior, and Movement module provides an overview of contemporary neuroscience and introduction to neuropsychiatric disorders. The format of the module includes lectures, lab exercises, small group discussions, and case presentations and discussions. In conjunction with Physical Diagnosis, skills training includes the psychiatric interview and neurological exam. The module emphasizes a basic understanding of the anatomy, physiology, and pharmacology of the central and peripheral nervous systems and the pathophysiological underpinnings of neuropsychiatric disorders. The course provides the foundations of Neurology and Psychiatry. This course is a module within the Foundations of Medical Knowledge Phase. Required. First year.