PSY 4368 Behavioral Neuroscience

Prerequisite: PSY 1301, 2303, and 2420 and junior standing. This course discusses concepts of neuroscience, including neuroanatomy as an introduction to the biological basis of behavior and mental phenomena. Course topics include an introduction to biopsychology, neuroanatomy and physiology, neurotransmitters, neuropharmacology, hormones, evolution of behavior, brain development, neuroplasticity, sexual behavior, biological rhythms, sleep and dreaming, emotions, aggressions, stress, learning, memory and cognition, and psychopathology.

Credits

3 Credits

Prerequisite

Required: Take PSY-1301, PSY-2303, PSY-2420 and have junior standing.