PSYCHOPHARMACOLOGY (GRCP 812)

Term: 2008-2009 Summer Term

Faculty

Stephen Neil BerkShow MyInfo popup for Stephen Neil Berk

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Schedule

Wed, 5:15 PM - 8:15 PM (5/6/2009 - 7/22/2009) Location: MAIN MH 225
Wed, 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM (5/6/2009 - 5/15/2009) Location: MAIN MH 225

Description

This course presents an overview of the use of pharmacological interventions in a psychopathological population. Specific drugs, mechanism of actions, treatment dosages, toxicity, and possible abuse are reviewed. In addition, the role of neurotransmitters, receptor sites and other biochemical processes within the brain and other organs are taught. Current drugs within the following topic areas will be presented: antipsychotic agents (neuroleptics), lithium salts, antidepressant agents, anti-anxiety agents, and psychomotor stimulants. Prerequisite: GRCP 810