Psychology 4390N

PSY 4390N

Psychopharmacology

CRN 80057

This course reviews psychopharmacology topics including: neuronal and chemical mechanisms underlying drug action; environmental factors modulating the impact of drugs on emotion, cognition, perception and behavior; the processes underlying drug dependency, tolerance, and withdrawal; and the implications for drug abuse treatment and prevention strategies, especially concerning adolescents. Prerequisite: PSY 1300 with a grade of "C" or better.

3 Credit Hours. 3 Lecture Contact Hours. 0 Lab Contact Hours. 
Course Attribute(s): Exclude from 3-peat Processing|Topics 
Grade Mode: Standard Letter

The image shows a glowing, neon-colored human brain from the front, split into two hemispheres. The left side features a network of nodes and lines, symbolizing digital connections, while the right side radiates colorful light, highlighting creativity and energy.

Course Information

  • Structure:
    • 15 lessons
    • Required work: readings, self-assessment quizzes, application assignments, Final Presentation
    • Students in this course may complete no more than two lessons per week.
  • Technical Requirements:
    • This course requires students to be able to scan and upload written documents or to take a clear digital photo of documents and upload them into the course.
    • Students must have a web cam or other camera since they must be able to create and upload a video into the course.
  • Instructor: Dr. Natalie Ceballos
  • Tuition: For current course tuition, visit the Correspondence Costs page.
PSY4390N Required Textbook
  • Textbook:
    • Meyer, J.S., Farrar, A.M., Biezonski, D., & Yates, J.R. (2023). Psychopharmacology: Drugs, The Brain, and Behavior, Fourth Edition. New York: Sinauer Associates. ISBN-13: 978-1605359878 

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