Psychology 253 - Brain, Behavior, & Immunology

Why do repeated concussions increase risk of;developing depression? Why does that approaching;cold hold off until finals week is over then hit;like a freight train? When you stand to give a;presentation, why does your mouth go dry,;perspiration bead on your skin, and your heart;start racing? These questions can be answered by;the intricate relationship between the nervous;and immune systems. This course will introduce;the basic biology of these systems and;demonstrate how they interact with each other and;our environment to control our mood and behavior.;"Stress" will be highlighted throughout the;course as an example of brain, behavior, and;immunology working together.

Prereq: PSYCH-100 or NEURO-100.