Description
The way in which psychological processes affect the human brain, its structure and functioning mode.
Alternative labels
neuropsychology studies
neuropsychological processes
neurological psychology
neuro-psychology
knowledge of neuropsychology
Skill type
knowledge
Skill reusability level
occupation-specific
Relationships with occupations
Essential knowledge
Neuropsychology is an essential knowledge of the following occupations:
Speech and language therapist: Speech and language therapists focus on the aetiology, assessment, diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of communication and swallowing disorders in people of all ages in order to help them maintain, promote, improve, initiate, or recover the ability to communicate both verbally and nonverbally. They address the development of language, speech, vocal and hearing functions, and disorders and disabilities in the cranial, facial, and oral area.
Optional knowledge
Neuropsychology is optional for these occupations. This means knowing this knowledge may be an asset for career advancement if you are in one of these occupations.
References
- Neuropsychology – ESCO