Discussion of the problem of how reflexes become transformed into operant behaviors. Focus on drug and disease states as a way of getting insights into this problem in animals and humans. PSB 4824 Biological Rhythms. Special Topics in Physiological Psychology. Designed to provide a broad, general introduction to the field of psychology, this course is the prerequisite for advanced courses in psychology.
Emphasis is on psychology as a research enterprise.
Students are required to participate as subjects in psychological research or write a paper on a psychological research article. Critical Thinking in Psychology. An introduction to current techniques used in research in the various areas of psychology by participation in on-going research. PSY 4604 History and Systems of Psychology. The emergence of psychological concepts in the Renaissance and in the early scientific developments are noted.