PSYC 385 - Introduction to Biological Psychology

Lecture Hour(s): 3
Lab Hour(s): 0
Credit Hour(s): 3

Biological psychology addresses the interplay of behavior and biology with emphasis on relevant research methods and ethics. Neural mechanisms of behavior from development of the brain, sensory and motor systems, and the nervous system are explored anatomically and neurochemically as the core of this course. Brain functions and other biological functions are studied to understand behavior involving perception, learning, appetitive processes, addiction, circadian rhythm, and psychological disorders. Plasticity throughout development and after damage is covered. Case studies make the material relevant. Spring, Odd

Prerequisite(s): PSYC 103, PSYC 210 and either BIOL 102 or BIOL 210.