PSY 350 - Sleep and Dreaming

Description:
Research and theory concerning the functions and dysfunctions of sleep and dreaming.

Prerequisites:
Prerequisite: PSY 101.

Credits: (4)

Learner Outcomes:
Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:

Identify methodological issues in the study of sleep and dreaming, including potential problems and biases in these methods.
Demonstrate knowledge of the measurement of sleep and dreaming including polysomnography and techniques for recording and understanding dreams.
Describe and identify disorders of sleep and dreaming, including sleep apnea, limb movement in sleep, narcolepsy, insomnias, and parasomnias.
Discuss and identify behavioral, cognitive and pharmacological interventions for sleep disorders.
Demonstrate knowledge of circadian rhythms and the biology underlying sleep and dreaming.

Learner Outcomes Approval Date:
10/16/2008

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