Psychology & Brain Sciences 535 - Drugs & Behavior
Spring
2021
01
3.00
Amanda Hamel
TU TH 11:30AM 12:45PM
UMass Amherst
81289
Fully Remote Class
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.
This course is open to PSYCH majors only. Pre Req: PSYCH 100 Psych 330 is a strongly recommended prerequisite.