PSYC 383 - Drugs & Behavior

Institution:

SUNY College at Potsdam

Subject:

PSYCHOLOGY

Description:

PSYC 383 -- Drugs and Behavior (3) This course is a scientific approach to the way in which psychoactive drugs of use and abuse influence brain and behavior. Major addictive drugs such as cocaine, amphetamine, heroin, nicotine, alcohol, and other illicit substances such as LSD, marijuana and synthetic analogs are discussed. Also, psychiatric medications (e.g., antidepressants, anxiolytics and antipsychotics are also discussed in terms of modes of activity and behavior outcomes. Mechanisms of action within the brain, various perspectives of addiction and withdrawal, and treatments will be discussed. Prerequisites: PSYC 100 and 300. Offered occasionally.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.potsdam.edu

Phone Number:

(315) 267-2000

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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