PSY 52 Biological Psychology

Critical survey of the structure and function of the nervous system. Topics include the neural control of sensory systems, hormonal systems motor systems, learning, memory, emotions, and sleep. Particular emphasis is placed on recent advances in our knowledge of brain structure neurotransmitter systems, neural development and plasticity, neuropharmacology, neuropathology and psychopathology. Prerequisites: PSY 1. GS-IIIF