Biopsychology

This course will review the field of biological Psychology encompassing neuroanatomy, neurophysiology, sensory, perceptual, and motor functions, psychopharmacology, including substance use/abuse, and clinical syndromes. Topics relate to the clinical practice of Psychology (i.e., roles of neuropsychologist, rehabilitation psychologist, health psychologist), such as the assessment and treatment of brain injury/cognitive deficits, neurological syndromes, psychiatric disorders, substance abuse/dependency, learning problems and sleep disorders. Offered annually in the Spring semester. Prerequisite: PSY 101.