Biological Bases of Behavior (PSYG 810)

Term: 2022-2023 - Summer

Faculty

Dr. Meredith E KneavelShow MyInfo popup for Dr. Meredith E Kneavel

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Cheryll R. RotheryShow MyInfo popup for Cheryll R. Rothery

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Schedule

Tue, 5:30 PM - 9:15 PM (5/1/2023 - 7/5/2023) Location: MAIN MH 226

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.