This course will examine the current developments in the field of physiological psychology. The course includes an exploration of the physiological bases of emotion, sleep, sexual behavior, hunger and thirst, learning and memory, psychopathology, as well as drug use and abuse.

• Learn about the physiological perspective and how it seeks to explain and account for human and animal behavior.

• Learn about the nervous system and how its functions result in a variety of behaviors, thoughts, and feelings.

• Become familiar with the techniques and methods used by neuroscientists, such as the MRI.

Kalat, J. W. (2001). Biological Psychology, 7^th edition, Wadsworth.

There will be four exams. Each exam is worth 100 points. The format of the exams will include multiple choice, fill-in-the-blank, short answer and essay questions. Exams will consist of material from the text, in-class lectures, films and discussions. The exams are not comprehensive.

Your grade will be based on the percentage points you earn toward a total of 400.

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