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University of Colorado Denver/Anschutz Medical Campus Course Info
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PSYC 3264
Exercise, Brain and Behavior
This course explores the impact of physical activity status-being sedentary or physically active-on brain function and behavior. Topics include effects of exercise on cognitive function, mood disorders, stress, anxiety, sleep and drug addiction. Emphasis will be placed on understanding the neurobiological mechanisms by which exercise impacts behavior. Students who have received credit for this topic listed under PSYC 3600 may not receive credit for this course
Units: 3.0
Hours: 3 to 3
Prerequisites:
PSYC 2220 - Biological Basis of Behavior
and
PSYC 1000 - Introduction to Psychology I