Jared X. Van Snellenberg (born December 26, 1980) is a Canadian psychiatry professor focusing on schizophrenia neuroimaging research and former child actor. Best known for his role in ''

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'', Van Snellenberg works as an assistant professor of psychiatry at the

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Early life and education

Van Snellenberg was born in

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, Canada. He earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in psychology from

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, followed by a Master of Arts, Master of Philosophy, and PhD in psychology from

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Career

He is best known for his role as Adam Sandler's first caddy in ''

'', with his character drawing comparisons to professional golfer

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. His academic work primarily involves

functional neuroimaging Functional neuroimaging is the use of neuroimaging technology to measure an aspect of brain function, often with a view to understanding the relationship between activity in certain brain areas and specific mental functions. It is primarily used a ...

research into

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schizophrenia Schizophrenia is a mental disorder characterized by continuous or relapsing episodes of psychosis. Major symptoms include hallucinations (typically hearing voices), delusions, and disorganized thinking. Other symptoms include social wi ...

, and the development and use of techniques for

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Early life and education

Career

Filmography

Film

Television

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