Biological Bases of Behavior   [Archived Catalog]
2011-2012 Academic Catalog and Student Handbook with Addendum
   
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SP 449 - Biological Bases of Behavior

This course introduces students to the structure and functions of the central nervous system, the autonomic nervous system, and the endocrine system. Areas covered include sensory and perceptual processes, physiological regulation of the sleep and waking cycles, motivation, and affect. The etiology of exceptionalities and developmental psychopathology will be considered from a biological perspective. The field of neuropsychology and its affect on school practice in terms of assessment of exceptionalities and brain injury, rehabilitation strategies, and working with families of children with disabilities is explored. (3 credits)



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