The Clinical Psychology and Neuropsychology Honors Track offers you advanced knowledge in both brain-behavior relationships, and training in clinical skills and Interventions as well as Mentoring in conducting research using state of-the-art facilities. The track is particularly relevant to students interested in: clinical psychology neuropsychology cognitive neuroscience brain-behavior relationships understanding neurologic and neuropsychiatric disorders disorders of communication health care and wellness implicit processes cognition and awareness personality cognition and physiology neurologic and philosophical perspectives on awareness and consciousness The track culminates in a research thesis that is developed in collaboration with faculty member. Examples of research projects and topics include: neurodevelopmental disorders, meditation, autism, information processing in the bilingual brain, memory and executive function in healthy and in clinical populations, depression/anxiety ADHD, gaming, novelty and sensation seeking and art therapy. For the next project…..Use your imagination. Description: What is Unique About this Program This track emphasizes the development of basic and clinical knowledge and skills under the mentoring of licensed clinicians as well as the development of research competencies. The track provides a foundation for enhancing your understanding of core concepts and models of human function and dysfunction, mechanisms underlying various disorders, assessment procedures, and treatment techniques and interventions. Why Apply to the “Clinical Psychology and Neuropsychology Honors Track” research opportunities in laboratory and/or community-based settings clinical training and experience in a clinical teaching suite. mentoring in all phases o the research process (e.g., writing, statistics and methodology). opportunities to publish, present and participate in regional and national conferences. peer support from talented and motivated students faculty-student interactions and professional mentoring that will provide a competitive advantage for gaining admission to graduate and professional schools honors designation on diploma/transcripts Special Resources and Opportunities research opportunities in laboratories and/or community-based settings clinical training skills provided in a new clinical teaching suite with audio-video monitoring capabilities. testing room with extensive assessment material and media Entrance Requirements Minimum Overall Grade Point Average: 3.25 Personal Statement Major: Flexible with appropriate background View Program Requirements & Courses For more INFORMATION: E-mail: diamondb@wpunj.edu Office: Science Hall, Room 2062B Phone: (973) 720-3400 Director of the Honors Track Bruce J. Diamond, M.Ed., Ph.D. B.A. The Ohio State University, Columbus, Ohio M.Ed. Smith College, Northampton, MA Ph.D. University of Manchester, Manchester, UK Licensed Neuropsychologist (NJ) Specializes in clinical neuropsychology, neurorehabilitation and cognitive neuroscience. His research paper-pencil, computer-based measures and brain imaging/ autonomic techniques in order to examine memory, executive function, attention, information processing and mood in clinical (organic brain disorders) and healthy populations. A practicing clinician, he has published extensively and presented at numerous national and international conferences. For additional information on research and research assistantship opportunities follow link below or paste in browser: http://www.wpunj.edu/cohss/departments/psychology/faculty/diamond/diamond.html
