PSY 265 Psychopharmacology

This course will introduce students to the biological, psychological and neurological aspects of psychopharmacological treatment of all mental disorders. Students will understand their role in working as a member of a treatment team, the impact of culture and ethnicity to pharmacological treatment and the mode of action, side effects and dosage ranges of various drugs. Recovery oriented practices will be explored as it pertains to treatment with medications.

Credits

3

Prerequisite

PSY 268

Distribution

PSY