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Lesson 01 Introducing Biological Psychology

Lesson Objectives

After completing this lesson, students will be able to:

  • Define biopsychology and outline the main
    divisions of the field
  • Explain the four major biological explanations of
    behavior
  • Discuss the difference between behavioral and
    somatic interventions in biopsychology
  • Apply these concepts to real-­‐‑life situations

Lesson Readings & Activities

By the end of this lesson, make sure you have completed the readings and activities found in the Course Schedule.


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