Psychological & Brain Sciences 535 - Drugs & Behavior
Fall
2021
01
3.00
Amanda Hamel
TU TH 11:30AM 12:45PM
UMass Amherst
19960
Bartlett Hall room 119
afhamel@umass.edu
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.
Open to Senior and Junior Psychology majors only. Pre Req: PSYCH 100 Psych 330 is a strongly recommended prerequisite.