MPM5207

Psychopharmacology (4 points)

(MED)

Leader: Dr Phyllis Chua

Offered:
Clayton First semester 2004 (Day)
Clayton Second semester 2004 (Day)
Clayton First semester 2005 (Day)
Clayton Second semester 2005 (Day)

Synopsis:

Objectives: During this selective students will: 1. Develop knowledge of the basic pharmacological principles and their relevance to clinical prescribing. 2. Gain a deeper understanding of the theoretical underpinnings of the common psychiatric disorders such as depression and psychoses, and the underlying basis for the use of specific psychotropic medications. 3. Learn to critically analyse the literature on drug trials. 4. Learn a rational and practical approach to prescribing psychotropics including the management of side effects, the drug-resistant patient, use in the medically unwell and elderly patient.

Assessment: 100% attendance is required, 1500 word essay

Contact Hours: 3 hour lecture weekly and 3 hours studying prepared course material.

Prerequisites: MPM Year 1 units