Module 2: Biological Basis of Behavior

Male with keyhole in head with key in foreground to unlock mindYou started your journey of understanding the nervous system and brain by learning about the smallest parts: neurons and neurotransmitters. You also discovered the various nervous system divisions and learned about brain components.

Hopefully you have a better understanding and appreciation of the magnificently complex brain and nervous system that function in your body. No computer presently exists that can rival the potential inside your own head. Do your best to maximize your brain’s capabilities and protect it from damage so it can function optimally.