Psychopharmacology for School Psychologists

Catalog description

The initial portion of this course provides an introduction to pharmacodynamics and pharmacokinetics. Following this initial presentation, the course explores the main neurotransmitter systems of the brain and the role these play on normal and abnormal behavior. The remainder of the course focuses on the basic pharmacological properties and clinical actions of the main psychotropic medication including. Also, will discuss the common medication for psychological and neurodevelopmental disorders in childhood and adolescence.