Description:

The pharmacology and the neurochemical, neurophysiological, and psychological effects of psychoactive drugs, particularly drugs of abuse and drugs used to treat psychiatric disorders. 3 semester hours of biology or biopsychology are strongly suggested.

Texts:

McKim. Drugs and Behavior. 1997 paperback

Grading and Requirements:

Exams: 2 or 3 comprised of objective questions (essays possible as well).

Prerequisites:

Psychology 301 with a grade of C or better, Psychology 418 or an equivalent statistics course with a grade of C or better, and upper division standing.

Updated 16 June 1998
Department of Psychology, College of Liberal Arts
University of Texas at Austin

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