Dr. Patrick Logue

Biography

Patrick E. Logue is a Professor Emeritus in the Department of Psychiatry & Behavioral Sciences at Duke University. His ongoing research projects in neuropsychology focus on the effects of temporal lobectomy in seizure patients, attention training in stroke recovery, and the organic effects of depression. He has directed numerous projects that explore the complex relationships between brain function and behavior, which includes the development and validation of treatment strategies. Dr. Logue has a substantial interest in working with large computer databases derived from neuropsychological test data and emphasizes the importance of advanced medical and surgical procedures in his research. He has collaborated with postdoctoral fellows, allowing students to gain practical experience in the field. Dr. Logue received his Ph.D. from the University of North Dakota in 1965, and his notable contributions to the field have secured funding from the National Institutes of Health for his research on the effects of smoking on startle response and prepulse inhibition in PTSD. His academic career has spanned various positions at Duke, including tenure as an Associate Professor and a lecturer in the Department of Psychology.

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