Neuropsychopharmacology

(Same as Psychiatry M180.) Designed for juniors/seniors. Consideration of questions such as how drugs work on the brain to influence behavior and how chewing versus smoking versus injecting a drug produces such different actions through in-depth study of pharmacological principles and their application to behavioral neuroscience. Students gain understanding of how pharmacology guides drug development, delivery, and efficacy in the treatment of psychiatric disorders. Students critically evaluate drug claims, collaborate with peers to create well-informed and detailed presentations, and apply pharmacological concepts in a clinical setting. Active learning, collaboration, and teamwork are encouraged.

Letter grading.