PSYC 315(F) Hormones and Behavior

This course studies the relationship between hormones and behavior. We review the mechanisms by which hormones act in the nervous system. We also investigate how hormones influence behavior as well as how behavior and experiences alter hormonal function. Specific topics to be examined include: sexual differentiation; courtship, reproduction and parental behavior; aggression; and learning and memory. Students critically review data from both human and animal studies. Requirements: midterm and final exams, seminar presentations and participation in discussions, written and oral presentation of empirical project. Prerequisite: Psychology 212. Empirical Project

Hour: N. SANDSTROM