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A study of the biological bases of behavior. Includes the study of brain and neural anatomy, communication between neurons, and the function of major brain areas.The rest of the course will build on this knowledge to study the effects on various behaviors including vision, movement, learning, memory, sexual behavior, lateralization of function, drug-taking behavior, and psychopathology. Junior standing recommended. Prerequisite: PY 101.
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1.00 Credits
A survey of psychopathology and abnormal behavior with an emphasis on the systems and criteria of diagnosis.Theories on the development and treatment of disorders are also discussed. Prerequisite: PY 101.
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An examination of the immediate causes and evolutionary explanations for the behavior of animals. Emphasis is placed on exposure to historical perspectives and current ideas about animal behavior, training in the methodology of behavioral experimentation, and development of independent, critical thought.Topics include sexual selection, bird song learning, and aggressive behavior.Three lectures and one three-hour laboratory per week (one weekend field trip may be required). (Also listed as BI 315.) Prerequisites: PY 101, and BI 115 and 225. Spring.
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1.00 Credits
An overview of the theoretical approaches and research methods in developmental psychology with an emphasis on the hereditary and environmental influences on physical, social, cognitive, and personality development in childhood and adolescence. Prerequisite: PY101.
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1.00 Credits
An introduction to the development and current practices of clinical psychology. Emphasis is placed on models of therapeutic intervention, assessment, trends in psychotherapy, and ethical, professional, and research issues. Prerequisite: PY 101.
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1.00 Credits
Directed readings and inquiry into selected areas in psychology.The course must be graded to count towards major requirements. Prerequisite: consent.
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3.00 Credits
Teaching Experience in Psychology
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1.00 Credits
The study of processes involved in such complex human behaviors as memory, attention, perception, language, decision making, and problem solving with an emphasis on classic and current theories and research. Laboratory required. Prerequisite: PY 101.
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A survey of the theories, components, and applications of Pavlovian and Operant learning in humans and animals. In the laboratory component, students will demonstrate and apply principles learned in class, providing first-hand experience with psychological experimentation. Laboratory required. Prerequisite: PY 101.
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A study of the philosophical foundations and historical development of the major theories and research areas of psychology. Classic studies in psychology, as well as the lives of major figures in the field, are also discussed. Prerequisites: PY 101, 204, 304, psychology or biology-psychology major, and consent.
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