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PSY 186: Therapeutic Drugs: Psychopharmacology II

Units: 4

Provides a general background concerning therapeutic drugs and the psychological impact of these drugs. Covers the neuro and pharmacodynamic process of drugs most commonly prescribed for psychiatric conditions and diagnoses. Applies to students coming from a broad range of backgrounds, including psychology, biology, or chemistry. However, background knowledge in these topics areas is not required—the material is presented at an introductory but comprehensive level.

Course Details
Repeats Allowed for Credit: 3

Normal Letter Grade with Pass/No Pass option

GE Requirements
  • Approaches to Knowledge: Life Science
  • Approaches to Knowledge: Social Science
  • Intellectual Experience: Ethics
  • Upper Division: Crossroads

Requisites and Restrictions
Prerequisite Courses: PSY 001 or COGS 001 or NEUR 001 or equivalent exam


Instructor Permission Required: No


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