PSY 459 - Neuropharmacology: Drugs and Behavior

[3 Credit Hours]

Examination of the general principles of drug action, including pharmacokinetic and pharmacodynamic considerations, emphasizing the effects of recreational and psychotropic drugs (including plant-derived and synthetic drugs) on signaling in major neurotransmitter systems. Includes discussion of selected issues such as sex differences, developmental toxicity and medication development.

Prereq: PSY 215 and PSY 312, or BIO 148 or equivalent.