- Neuropharmacology

Catalog description

Neuropharmacology covers the various classifications of psychoactive drugs and their use in the treatment of psychological disorders. Non-prescription drugs of abuse are also studied. Aspects of pharmacokinetics are explored including ingestion, absorption, metabolism, and elimination as well as behavioral factors and the impact of drugs on the brain and neurotransmitter functioning. The goal of this course is to introduce students to the basic terminology and models of pharmacokinetics as they relate to the treatment of mental disorders. Prerequisite: Junior or Senior Psychology major and three courses in Psychology or consent of instructor.