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BIOL 118 - The History of Pain

Class Hours: 3
Lab/Discussion: 0
Credits: 3

Prerequisite: None
Corequisite: None
Restriction: None
Description: Describes the anatomical and physiological foundation of pain based on contemporary science. Examines the history of scientific theories and hypotheses about understanding the pain mechanism. Introduces students to the status of pain in various societies throughout the ages.
Cross-Listed: No


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