PSYC 4220 - Psychoactive Drugs, Behavior, and Society

Institution:

Southern Polytechnic State University

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Description:

This course addresses how psychoactive drugs work int he central nervous system to affect behavior. Stimulants, depressants, hallucinogens, analgesics and psychotropic drugs will be discussed primarily in terms of their pharmacological action in the brain. Substance abuse and treatment will also be discussed.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.spsu.edu/

Phone Number:

(678) 915-4188

Regional Accreditation:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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