Psychology & Brain Sciences 535 - Drugs & Behavior

Principles of pharmacology, behavioral testing, brain structure and neuron morphology, neurochemistry, mode and site of action of antianxiety and antipsychotic drugs, analgesics, hypnotics, sedatives, and anesthetics. Recreational drugs such as tobacco, alcohol, cocaine, amphetamines, discussed. Prerequisite: introductory psychology. Some chemistry recommended.

This course is open to PSYCH majors only. Psych 330 is a strongly recommended prerequisite.