Unit Guide

General Information

Unit convenor and teaching staff	Unit convenor and teaching staff Lecturer Jane Southwell Lecturer Antoinette Hodge Lecturer Matthew Conroy Lecturer Jamie Berry Lecturer Wendy Longley Lecturer Sally McSwiggan Lecturer Milena Gandy Heather Francis heather.francis@mq.edu.au
Credit points	Credit points 4
Prerequisites	Prerequisites Admission to MClinNeuro or DClinNeuro
Corequisites	Corequisites
Co-badged status	Co-badged status
Unit description	Unit description The aims of this unit are to develop a basic understanding of common psychological disorders (such as depression, anxiety, psychosis, and post-traumatic stress disorder), their evaluation using appropriate assessment tools, and their presentation within common neuropsychological conditions. Students are introduced to the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual diagnostic classification system, the Mental Status Examination and their applicability to the neuropsychological assessment. The neuropsychology of psychological diagnoses such as schizophrenia, and the basic management of behavioural and psychological disorders in patients with acquired brain injury are discussed.

Important Academic Dates

Information about important academic dates including deadlines for withdrawing from units are available at https://www.mq.edu.au/study/calendar-of-dates

Learning Outcomes

On successful completion of this unit, you will be able to:

To understand the role of the neuropsychologist in the assessment of psychological disorders in an adult population
To identify common psychiatric disorders that develop in adults following acquired brain injury
To differentiate among common adult psychiatric disorders using diagnostic classification systems (i.e., DSM-5)
To evaluate the presence of psychological disorders using appropriate measurement tools
To understand the application of neuropsychologically informed interventions in individuals with psychological disorders such as schizophrenia, neurological disorders and acquired brain injury

General Assessment Information

Penalties will be levied for late submission of the case report and the essay.

The penalty for late submissions is a percentage of the maximum mark (5%) for every day late.

The case report is worth 55% of the overall assessment for the Unit. If submitted one day late then (5%x55=2.75), 2.75 marks are subtracted from whatever the student received for the case report.

The essay is worth 45% of the overall assessment for the Unit. If submitted one day late then (5%x 45=2.25), 2.25 marks are subtracted from whatever the student received for the essay.

Assessment Tasks

Name	Weighting	Hurdle	Due
Case Report	55%	No	Week 7
Essay	45%	No	Week 11

Case Report

Due: Week 7
Weighting: 55%

The aim of the case report is to examine the students' case formulation skills in evaluating the presence of psychological disorder/s through utilising the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders - Fifth edition and recent and relevant peer-reviewed journal articles in support of their formulation. The case is based on a client vignette.

On successful completion you will be able to:

To identify common psychiatric disorders that develop in adults following acquired brain injury
To differentiate among common adult psychiatric disorders using diagnostic classification systems (i.e., DSM-5)
To evaluate the presence of psychological disorders using appropriate measurement tools

Essay

Due: Week 11
Weighting: 45%

As part of developing the students' knowledge of psychological disorders and the secondary influence from these disorders on neuropsychological test scores students are asked to write an essay on the presentation of depression within a common neuropsychological disorder.

On successful completion you will be able to:

To understand the role of the neuropsychologist in the assessment of psychological disorders in an adult population
To identify common psychiatric disorders that develop in adults following acquired brain injury
To differentiate among common adult psychiatric disorders using diagnostic classification systems (i.e., DSM-5)
To evaluate the presence of psychological disorders using appropriate measurement tools
To understand the application of neuropsychologically informed interventions in individuals with psychological disorders such as schizophrenia, neurological disorders and acquired brain injury

Delivery and Resources

Seminars

Seminars (13 x 2 hrs) take place on campus weekly.

Attendance

Students are expected to attend and participate in all seminars. Late attendances are disruptive to all participants, and compromise the late student's full participation in the seminar content. Due to the practical nature of the unit any missed sessions are unable to be adequately compensated through the usual ways of listening to audio recordings, reading and discussion with fellow students. If there are exceptional circumstances where you will be late this needs to be discussed with the unit convenor beforehand. This is considered good etiquette in a professional context. A late attendance may be regarded as a missed seminar (i.e., 25 mins late for an hour class). A disruption to studies request must be submitted to the unit convenor through www.mq.edu.au if a class is missed.

Online resources

Relevant journal articles will be provided on the iLearn site for this unit.

Recommended texts

In Reserve in the Test Library

American Psychiatric Association (2013). Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental disorders, Fifth Edition. American Psychiatric Association: Arlington, VA.

Arnett, P. (2013). Secondary Influences on Neuropsychological Test Performance. New York: Oxford University Press.

Lincoln, N.B., Kneebone, I.I., McNiven, J.A.B., & Morris, R.C.. (2012). Psychological Management of Stroke. UK: Wiley-Blackwell.

Available in the Test Library:

American Psychiatric Association (2000). Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Psychiatric Disorders, Fourth Edition, Text Revision. American Psychiatric Association: Washington, D.C.

Anthony, M.M., & Barlow, D.H. (2010). Handbook of Assessment and Treatment Planning for Psychological Disorders, Second Edition. Guilford: NY.

David, A.S., Fleminger, S, Kopelman, MD., Lovestone, S., & Mellers, J.D.C. (2009) Lishman’s Organic Psychiatry: A Textbook of Neuropsychiatry. Wiley-Blackwell: West Sussex, UK.

Schoenberg, M.R., & Scott, J.G. (2011). The little black book of neuropsychology: A syndrome- based approach. Springer: NY.

Silver, J.M., McAllister, T.W., & Yudofsky, S.C. (2011). Textbook of Traumatic Brain Injury, Second Edition. Arlington, VA: American Psychiatric Publishing.

Strubb, R.L. & Black F.W. (2000). The Mental Status Examination in Neurology. Philadelphia: F.A. Davis. (Library Call number: RC386.6.M44 S87 2000)

Unit Schedule

Week	Content
1	An Introduction to Diagnostic Classificaton of Psychiatric Disorders in Neuropsychology Dr Sue Meares
2	Mood Disorders Dr Sue Meares
3	Trauma and Stressor Related Disorders Dr Sue Meares
4	Anxiety Disorders Dr Sue Meares
5	An Overview of Cognitive Behaviour Therapy Guest Lecturer: Jane Southwell
6	Neuropsychologically Informed Interventions: The Evolving Role of the Clinical Neuropsychologist, Part I Guest Lecturer: Dr Matt Conroy
7	Neuropsychologically Informed Interventions: The Evolving Role of the Clinical Neuropsychologist, Part II Guest Lecturer: Dr Matt Conroy *CASE REPORT DUE*
8	Giving Feedback after a Neuropsychological Assessment Guest Lecturer: Dr Jamie Berry
9	The Assessment of Decision Making Capacity in an Individual with a Neuropsychological and comorbid Psychological Disorder Guest Lecturer: Dr Sally McSwiggan
10	The Neuropsychology of Multiple Sclerosis Guest Lecturer: Wendy Longley
11	The Neuropsychology of HIV Associated Neurocognitive Disorder Lecture to be confirmed ESSAY DUE
12	The Neuropsychology of Schizophrenia Guest Lecturer: Dr Antoinette Redoblado Hodge
13	Transdiagnostic and internet-delivered psychological interventions for adults with neurological conditions, including Acquired Brain Injury Guest Lecturer: Dr Milena Gandy

Policies and Procedures

Macquarie University policies and procedures are accessible from Policy Central. Students should be aware of the following policies in particular with regard to Learning and Teaching:

Academic Honesty Policy http://mq.edu.au/policy/docs/academic_honesty/policy.html

Assessment Policy http://mq.edu.au/policy/docs/assessment/policy_2016.html

Grade Appeal Policy http://mq.edu.au/policy/docs/gradeappeal/policy.html

Complaint Management Procedure for Students and Members of the Public http://www.mq.edu.au/policy/docs/complaint_management/procedure.html

Disruption to Studies Policy (in effect until Dec 4th, 2017): http://www.mq.edu.au/policy/docs/disruption_studies/policy.html

Special Consideration Policy (in effect from Dec 4th, 2017): https://staff.mq.edu.au/work/strategy-planning-and-governance/university-policies-and-procedures/policies/special-consideration

In addition, a number of other policies can be found in the Learning and Teaching Category of Policy Central.

Student Code of Conduct

Macquarie University students have a responsibility to be familiar with the Student Code of Conduct: https://students.mq.edu.au/support/student_conduct/

Results

Results shown in iLearn, or released directly by your Unit Convenor, are not confirmed as they are subject to final approval by the University. Once approved, final results will be sent to your student email address and will be made available in eStudent. For more information visit ask.mq.edu.au.

Student Support

Macquarie University provides a range of support services for students. For details, visit http://students.mq.edu.au/support/

Learning Skills

Learning Skills (mq.edu.au/learningskills) provides academic writing resources and study strategies to improve your marks and take control of your study.

Student Services and Support

Students with a disability are encouraged to contact the Disability Service who can provide appropriate help with any issues that arise during their studies.

Student Enquiries

For all student enquiries, visit Student Connect at ask.mq.edu.au

IT Help

For help with University computer systems and technology, visit http://www.mq.edu.au/about_us/offices_and_units/information_technology/help/.

When using the University's IT, you must adhere to the Acceptable Use of IT Resources Policy. The policy applies to all who connect to the MQ network including students.

Graduate Capabilities

PG - Capable of Professional and Personal Judgment and Initiative

Our postgraduates will demonstrate a high standard of discernment and common sense in their professional and personal judgment. They will have the ability to make informed choices and decisions that reflect both the nature of their professional work and their personal perspectives.

This graduate capability is supported by:

Learning outcomes

To understand the role of the neuropsychologist in the assessment of psychological disorders in an adult population
To identify common psychiatric disorders that develop in adults following acquired brain injury
To differentiate among common adult psychiatric disorders using diagnostic classification systems (i.e., DSM-5)
To evaluate the presence of psychological disorders using appropriate measurement tools
To understand the application of neuropsychologically informed interventions in individuals with psychological disorders such as schizophrenia, neurological disorders and acquired brain injury

Assessment tasks

Case Report
Essay

PG - Discipline Knowledge and Skills

Our postgraduates will be able to demonstrate a significantly enhanced depth and breadth of knowledge, scholarly understanding, and specific subject content knowledge in their chosen fields.

This graduate capability is supported by:

Learning outcomes

To understand the role of the neuropsychologist in the assessment of psychological disorders in an adult population
To identify common psychiatric disorders that develop in adults following acquired brain injury
To differentiate among common adult psychiatric disorders using diagnostic classification systems (i.e., DSM-5)
To evaluate the presence of psychological disorders using appropriate measurement tools
To understand the application of neuropsychologically informed interventions in individuals with psychological disorders such as schizophrenia, neurological disorders and acquired brain injury

Assessment tasks

Case Report
Essay

PG - Critical, Analytical and Integrative Thinking

Our postgraduates will be capable of utilising and reflecting on prior knowledge and experience, of applying higher level critical thinking skills, and of integrating and synthesising learning and knowledge from a range of sources and environments. A characteristic of this form of thinking is the generation of new, professionally oriented knowledge through personal or group-based critique of practice and theory.

This graduate capability is supported by:

Learning outcomes

To identify common psychiatric disorders that develop in adults following acquired brain injury
To differentiate among common adult psychiatric disorders using diagnostic classification systems (i.e., DSM-5)
To evaluate the presence of psychological disorders using appropriate measurement tools
To understand the application of neuropsychologically informed interventions in individuals with psychological disorders such as schizophrenia, neurological disorders and acquired brain injury

Assessment tasks

Case Report
Essay

PG - Research and Problem Solving Capability

Our postgraduates will be capable of systematic enquiry; able to use research skills to create new knowledge that can be applied to real world issues, or contribute to a field of study or practice to enhance society. They will be capable of creative questioning, problem finding and problem solving.

This graduate capability is supported by:

Learning outcomes

To understand the role of the neuropsychologist in the assessment of psychological disorders in an adult population
To identify common psychiatric disorders that develop in adults following acquired brain injury
To differentiate among common adult psychiatric disorders using diagnostic classification systems (i.e., DSM-5)
To evaluate the presence of psychological disorders using appropriate measurement tools
To understand the application of neuropsychologically informed interventions in individuals with psychological disorders such as schizophrenia, neurological disorders and acquired brain injury

Assessment tasks

Case Report
Essay

PG - Effective Communication

Our postgraduates will be able to communicate effectively and convey their views to different social, cultural, and professional audiences. They will be able to use a variety of technologically supported media to communicate with empathy using a range of written, spoken or visual formats.

This graduate capability is supported by:

Learning outcomes

To understand the role of the neuropsychologist in the assessment of psychological disorders in an adult population
To identify common psychiatric disorders that develop in adults following acquired brain injury
To evaluate the presence of psychological disorders using appropriate measurement tools
To understand the application of neuropsychologically informed interventions in individuals with psychological disorders such as schizophrenia, neurological disorders and acquired brain injury

Assessment tasks

Case Report
Essay

PG - Engaged and Responsible, Active and Ethical Citizens

Our postgraduates will be ethically aware and capable of confident transformative action in relation to their professional responsibilities and the wider community. They will have a sense of connectedness with others and country and have a sense of mutual obligation. They will be able to appreciate the impact of their professional roles for social justice and inclusion related to national and global issues

This graduate capability is supported by:

Learning outcomes

To understand the role of the neuropsychologist in the assessment of psychological disorders in an adult population
To identify common psychiatric disorders that develop in adults following acquired brain injury
To differentiate among common adult psychiatric disorders using diagnostic classification systems (i.e., DSM-5)
To evaluate the presence of psychological disorders using appropriate measurement tools
To understand the application of neuropsychologically informed interventions in individuals with psychological disorders such as schizophrenia, neurological disorders and acquired brain injury

Assessment tasks

Case Report
Essay