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NPB 168

— Neurobiology of Addictive Drugs

(4 units)

Neurobiological basis for the effects and mechanisms of action of drugs with addictive potential, including opiates (morphine, heroin, methadone), amphetamines, cocaine, nicotine, marijuana (cannabinoids), alcohol, caffeine, and mind-altering drugs such as LSD and antidepressants.

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Course Description: Neurobiological basis for the effects and mechanisms of action of drugs with addictive potential, including opiates (morphine, heroin, methadone), amphetamines, cocaine, nicotine, marijuana (cannabinoids), alcohol, caffeine, and mind-altering drugs such as LSD and antidepressants. Learning Activities: Lecture/Discussion 4 hour(s). Grade Mode: Letter. General Education: Scientific Literacy (SL); Visual Literacy (VL). Learning Activities: Lecture/Discussion 4 hour(s). Grade Mode: Letter. General Education: Scientific Literacy (SL); Visual Literacy (VL).

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