Intro to Brain and Behavior - 10286/10849/10885

This course provides an extensive introductory overview of the field of brain and behavior. The neuroscience concepts of the integrated relationship between brain and behavior are explored using both didactic and experiential approaches. The relationship of brain and behavior will be examined through a number of brain and behavior topics, such as learning, memory, sexuality, addictions and other topics. This course is designed to be the fundamental sophomore level course in the area of brain and behavior in your undergraduate program, and it is meant to provide the foundational groundwork for advanced studies in neuroscience. This course should prepare students entering graduate programs in many fields of psychology to be progressive, innovative thinkers and contributors to the science of psychology. In addition, this course should help students develop additional empathy for people experiencing any behavioral and emotional distress related to brain issues.