PY 3620 - Mood, Mentation & Medication

Institution:

SUNY College at Old Westbury

Subject:

Psychology

Description:

This course examines the relationships between brain structures, neurochemistry and psychiatric illness. The role of the brain in normal and pathological function will be studied with an emphasis on the use of psychoactive medications in the treatment of psychiatric disorders. Students will learn basic principles of pharmacology, including understanding the dose response curve, the therapeutic index, routes and schedules of administration, site of action, main effects, side effects, and drug interactions. Issues of tolerence, dependence and the integration of medication treatment with psychotherapy will also be discussed. Prerequisites: PY2010; PY3310 rec.

Credits:

4.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.oldwestbury.edu

Phone Number:

(516) 876-3000

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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