Drugs and Behaviour

3 credits · Undergraduate Programs

The behavioural effects of drugs specifically employed to affect the nervous system, as seen in the treatment of mental disorders, behavioural disorders, and other conditions such as Parkinson's, Huntington's and Alzheimer's diseases. Neuro-pharmacologic agents will be discussed as they relate to the biochemistry and physiology of putative neurotransmitters. Prerequisite(s): Psychology 300, 301, 375 and admission to the Psychology or Neuroscience program. Antirequisite(s): Credit for Psychology 475 and Neuroscience 475 will not be allowed. Credit for more than 30 units (Majors) or 36 units (Honours) of Psychology at the 400 or 500 level will not be allowed.