CSP 541 - Intro. Psychopharmacology

Institution:

Southern Connecticut State University

Subject:

Counseling & School Psychology

Description:

Introduction to Psychopharmacology A course designed for the non-medical therapist which surveys psychopharmacological medications and how these substances work within the human body. Major groups of drugs covered include those typically described in psychiatric medicine in clinical mental health counseling settings. In addition, students will learn about commonly abused drugs including "street drugs", "over-the-counter drugs", and others (coffee, nicotine, alcohol, etc.) that may be inappropriately used to cope with symptoms related to mental and emotional disorders. The foci of the course are mechanisms of action, behavioral effects, and side effects of psychotropic drugs. 1 credit.

Credits:

1.00

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Instructional Type:

Multiple

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Institution Website:

www.southernct.edu

Phone Number:

(203) 392-5200

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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