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Biological Psychology & Pharmacotherapy (PSYC90016)
Graduate courseworkPoints: 6.25On Campus (Parkville)
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Semester 2
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This subject will provide students with an introduction to medications used in the treatment of psychiatric disorders. The subject allows students to understand the biological basis of psychiatric disorders as derived from studies on the mechanism of action of the major classes of psychotropic medications.
Intended learning outcomes
Upon completion of this subject the student should be able to:
- Develop a comprehensive knowledge of the classes of psychotropic medications;
- Develop an appreciation of the indiciations for the use of psychotropic medications;
- Have some understanding of the pharmacological basis of the mechanism of action of psychotropic medications and their common side effects;
- Develop an understanding of drugs of abuse their effects and putative mode of action;
- Develop critical skills in the evaluation of published material relating to the evaluation and use of psychotropic medications;
Generic skills
Time management skills by planning and submitting work by the required deadlines.
Last updated: 3 November 2022