PPS65520/PPS6552 - Psychopathology and Psychopharmacology

(3 units)

This is an overview of the issues regarding Psychopathology and Psychopharmacology, including the major psychiatric diagnostic areas; the medications currently used; the issues; special populations; the ADHD and Spectrum Disorder debate; and an overview of the collaborative care model for educational psychologists. It also covers the basic brain functions and how the body reacts to medications, including mechanisms of absorption, half life and peak concentration levels.