PSY-230: Mysteries of Sleep and Dreaming
- 3 Credit Hours
- Psychology Department
- Fall 2015
Course Description
This course explores various questions about sleep and dreaming, including why we sleep and why we dream. Topics include how sleep and dreaming are scientifically studied, current theories and research on sleep and dreaming, sleep stages, and the neurological and psychological bases of sleep and dreaming. The course also examines the functions of sleep and dreaming, changes in sleep-wake cycles through the lifespan, various sleep-wake disorders, physical and psychological consequences of sleep deprivation, and healthy sleep practices. The course emphasizes sleep as an active process, vital to optimal physical and psychological health and functioning.
Prerequisites
PSY 101
PSY-230 Sections for Fall 2015
1 Section Offered
PSY-230, Section 001
CRN #17661
Traditional (In-Person)
Scheduled Meeting Times
Type | Location | Date(s) | Day / Time |
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Lecture | Brighton Campus Building 11, Room 105 | Sep 8th, 2015 – Dec 24th, 2015 | Wednesday 2:00 pm - 4:50 pm |
Type | Lecture |
Location | Brighton Campus Building 11, Room 105 |
Date(s) | Sep 8th, 2015 – Dec 24th, 2015 |
Day / Time | Wednesday 2:00 pm - 4:50 pm |