Biological Bases of Behavior (PSYG 810)

Term: 2020-2021 Spring Term

Faculty

William ErnstShow MyInfo popup for William Ernst

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Cheryll R. RotheryShow MyInfo popup for Cheryll R. Rothery

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Schedule

Tue, 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM (1/11/2021 - 4/16/2021) Location: W OLC NN

Description

Focuses on the biological and physiological processes underlying human behavior that are particularly relevant to the professional psychologist. Emphasis will be placed on fundamental aspects of brain development, human neuroanatomy, brain-behavior relationships, and neuropathology. In addition, genetic determinants of behavior, the biological basis of memory and learning, as well as the biological basis of various forms of psychopathology will be reviewed. The biological basis of emotion and the physiological response to stress will also be presented along with cultural influences on cognition.