BIOL 156 - Hormones and Society

For non-science majors. This course will focus on the major hormones produced by our bodies, as well as their effects on physiology and behavior. In addition, this course will discuss and critically evaluate claims made by mainstream media and pharmaceutical advertisements about the effects of hormones, including doping, sex change, sleep induction, and effects on the natural environment. Letter grade with Pass/No Pass option. (Offered spring semester.) 3 credits