Examination of the physiological and psychological processes that enable us to obtain, organize, and understand information from the world.
Special emphasis is given to visual perception.
Introduction to the biological bases of behavior. Basic sensory, motor, and brain mechanisms are described in reference to normal and abnormal behaviors. Drugs and hormone effects on infants and adults are also discussed. Psychoactive drugs will be studied regarding their effects on the brain, behaviors and society. An exploration of theory, method, and empirical results regarding individual behavior in groups.