PSY 452 - BIOPSY III: Behavioral Endocrinology

4 credit(s)
Explores the mediating role of hormones and their reciprocal physiological systems and how chemicals, both synthetic and natural influence behavior. A central topic of this course concerns the effect of steroid hormones on sexual and reproductive behavior (e.g., differentiation, activation, and parenting). Other topics covered include: endocrine regulation of aggressive behavior, homeostasis, stress, learning, memory, and the disrupting effects of some xenoestrogens, psychopharmaceuticals, obesogens, and chemicals on healthy hormone regulation. This is the third course in the Department of Psychology’s Neuroscience Emphasis (PSY 252, PSY 352, PSY 452). Should a student choose to complete this three-course series, it is permissible to enroll in the courses out of sequence.
Core Requirement(s): Counts as Core requirement; Sustainability.
Prerequisite(s): Junior standing or above (60 or more completed) and PSY 150 with minimum grade of C.