Introduction to synaptic mechanisms and the arrangements of the transmitter-specific brain systems, followed by a discussion of neuro-pharmacological bases of normal and abnormal behaviour and of the behavioural effects of various classes of psychoactive drugs such as stimulants, tranquilizers, opiates. Precludes additional credit for PSYC 3204. Prerequisite(s): PSYC 2200 OR NEUR 2200.Lectures and seminars three hours a week.
Introduction to synaptic mechanisms and the arrangements of the transmitter-specific brain systems, followed by a discussion of neuro-pharmacological bases of normal and abnormal behaviour and of the behavioural effects of various classes of psychoactive drugs such as stimulants, tranquilizers, opiates. Precludes additional credit for PSYC 3204. Prerequisite(s): PSYC 2200 OR NEUR 2200.Lectures and seminars three hours a week.