This course will explore the science behind drug abuse and addiction and neurobiology of addiction. The behavioral and neurobiological mechanism of action for major classes of drugs of abuse, which include: opiates, sedative - hypnotics (alcohol, barbituates, chloral hydrate), anxiolytics (benzodiazepines), psychostimulants (amphetamine, cocaine), marijuana, nicotine and caffeine will also be explored. In addition, this course will expose students to the harmful consequences of drug use, specifically the physiological, psychological, social, and economical impact of drug use. [ 2 credits ]
PHRD-620: Topics in Drugs of Abuse
Department
Academic Level
Doctorate (Professional Prac)
Instructional Method
Lecture