CLPY650 Biopsychology (3 cr.)

This course introduces students to biological underpinnings of behavior such as neural, physiological, anatomical, and genetics aspects of behavior. Relevance to health service psychology is highlighted. Biological aspects of behavior are further discussed in relation to Catholic assumptions and beliefs of human nature.

Upon completion of this course, students should be able to do the following:

1. Articulate the basic anatomy and physiology of the brain and nervous system.
2. Explain the neurobiology of human behavior.
3. Demonstrate knowledge of the biological mechanisms involved in the onset and progression of psychological concerns. 
4. Analyze biological aspects of human behavior in relation to Catholic anthropology. 
5. Illustrate clinical implications based on biological bases of behavior.