Biological Psychology of Mental Health (C8504)

15 credits, Level 6

Autumn teaching

This module examines the biological underpinnings of selected mental health conditions.

Topics covered may include:

anxiety disorders
attentional disorders
behavioural addictions
dementias
eating disorders
mood disorders
obsessive compulsive disorders
schizophrenia spectrum disorders
substance use disorders.

Clinical observations, human experiments, genomic investigations, and studies using animal models may be used to illustrate the relationships between altered cognitive-behavioural states, biochemical processes, and functional neuroanatomy. We'll also look at the biological implications of therapies for mental health conditions.

We regularly review our modules to incorporate student feedback, staff expertise, as well as the latest research and teaching methodology. We’re planning to run these modules in the academic year 2026/27. However, there may be changes to these modules in response to feedback, staff availability, student demand or updates to our curriculum.

We’ll make sure to let you know of any material changes to modules at the earliest opportunity.

Courses

This module is offered on the following courses: