Biological Bases of Behavior

Catalog description

This course will cover the basic topics of the biological basis of behavior. The course will focus on how the nervous system gives rise to complex human behaviors. These behaviors will range from basic functions like movement and sleep to more complex mental abilities such as language and memory. The foundations of this exploration will include the studies of neurophysiology, neuroanatomy and neuropsychology. The course will culminate in lectures on the biological basis of two neurodevelopmental disorders, specifically Reading Disability and Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder. Additionally, professional issues in neuropsychology will be addressed.