PSY 4526 - Human Drug Use and Abuse

This course provides a general overview of basic pharmacological principles, discusses the behavioral and physiological mechanisms of action of several classes of medicinal and recreational drugs, and surveys the factors thought to contribute to responsible and irresponsible drug intake. Although human drug use and abuse will be the primary focus of the course, non-human research findings will be emphasizes where appropriate.

Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisite: PSY 3000 with a grade of “C” or better.

Credits: 3 hours

Restrictions: Open to upperclass students only. Restricted to majors in General Psychology or Behavioral Science.

Notes: This course satisfies General Education Proficiency 2: Baccalaureate-Level Writing.
Cross-Listed: Cross-listed with PSY 5260.