Topics in Child Neurology (B-KUL-P0Q87A)
Aims
The student has knowledge of a number of important diagnostics groups in the disciplines of child neurology and child revalidation from a biological point of view.
Previous knowledge
No specific foreknowledge is required for this lecture.
Is also included in other courses
- Master of Educational Sciences (being phased out as from 2011-2012) (Major: Orthopedagogics) 120 ects.


- Master of Educational Sciences (Option: Orthopedagogics) 120 ects.


Activities
4.0 ects. Topics in Child Neurology (B-KUL-P0Q87a)
Content
cerebral palsy:
causes and backgrounds, diagnostics, secondary and associated issues, (recent) treatment possibilities
mental handicap:
diagnostics, social context and evoluations
low birth weight:
causes for health and development, necessary follow-up, biological and social vulnerability
autism spectrum disorder:
clinical spectrum, epidemiology, biological and psychological explanation theories, therapeutical options
multiple handicap:
more than just a sum, problematic inclusion in categorial care structure
care and society - the family with a child with a handicap:
diagnosis, perception and burden, parents as partners in care
individual place of child revalidation, toward inclusive care
