PSY 240 - Biopsychology: The Biological Basis of H

Institution:

Hilbert College

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Description:

This course intends to study human behavior from a perspective emphasizing biological mechanisms, which underlie the conscious choices we make. Various daily biological and physiological needs necessitate a balanced interaction between our bodies and minds. In this course, we will study human nature as a singular mind/body unit, with the hypothesis that consciousness can be molded by physiological function. Conversely, it also holds true that the body is influenced by our consciousness. Hence, there is the continual dynamic dance between the tangible and intangible components of our self-awareness. Emotional health and physical health are integrally related as one depends upon the other. Various components of behavior will be reviewed, such as the nervous system and brain, the biochemistry of behavior, motivated behavior, learning and communication, and physiological/neurological disorders.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.hilbert.edu

Phone Number:

(716) 649-7900

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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