2018-2019 Academic Catalog

PSY 416 Brain and Behavior

Brain and Behavior evaluates the biological aspects of psychology and behavior. The course focuses on the biological role the brain has on motor control, sleep, the endocrine system, hunger, thirst, reproduction, sexual drives, stress and emotional behavior. Students also examine the biological correlates of mental disorders, such as schizophrenia, PTSD, and substance abuse. The laboratory section includes case studies of neurological disorders and journal article discussions on recent advances in pharmacological approaches and treatments for various disorders.

Credits

4

Prerequisite

Take PSY 309.

Faculty

Honzel, Nikki |

Offered

Annual Spring Semester