DRUGS AND BEHAVIOR   [Archived Catalog]
2016-2017 Undergraduate Catalog
   

NROSCI 0082 - DRUGS AND BEHAVIOR


Minimum Credits: 4
Maximum Credits: 4
This is an honors course which provides a general background in the fields of neuroscience and psychopharmacology. The course will examine the behavioral effects and biological mechanisms of actions of the major groups of psychoactive compounds, including stimulants, depressants, narcotics, and hallucinogens. Drugs used in the treatment of common psychiatric neurological disorders, such as schizophrenia, depression, and Parkinson's disease, will be discussed. Experimental design, problem solving and the cellular aspects of drug action will be discussed.
Academic Career: UGRD
Course Component: Lecture
Grade Component: LG/SNC Elective Basis


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