Pharmacology of Drugs of Abuse

Three credits · Undergraduate

This course covers various topics in the study of drug addiction, including pharmacological and pathophysiological effects of recreational drug use. Topics such as mechanisms of action, tolerance, long-term effects, side effects, and toxicity will also be included. The primary emphasis is on biological aspects of addiction, with only minor attention given to social aspects. The pharmacological properties of both legal and illegal addictive drugs will be examined. Prerequisites: 6 credits of PSYC at the 200 level. PSYC 231/232 (230) recommended but not required. Three credits. Not offered 2026-2027.