PSYCHOLOGY
Bachelor	TR-NQF-HE: Level 6	QF-EHEA: First Cycle	EQF-LLL: Level 6

Ders Genel Tanıtım Bilgileri

Course Code:

1311002010

Ders İsmi:

Psychopharmacology

Ders Yarıyılı:

Spring

Ders Kredileri:

Theoretical	Practical	Credit	ECTS
3	0	3	5

Language of instruction:

Ders Koşulu:

Ders İş Deneyimini Gerektiriyor mu?:

Type of course:

Bölüm Seçmeli

Course Level:

Bachelor

TR-NQF-HE:6. Master`s Degree

QF-EHEA:First Cycle

EQF-LLL:6. Master`s Degree

Mode of Delivery:

Face to face

Course Coordinator :

Dr.Öğr.Üyesi Fatma GÖRAL

Course Lecturer(s):

Course Assistants:

Dersin Amaç ve İçeriği

Course Objectives:	To provide information about the mechanisms of action of drugs used in the treatment of behavioral disorders, their early and late-stage behavioral effects, and the theoretical basis of drug use.
Course Content:	Drugs used in behavioral disorders.

Learning Outcomes

The students who have succeeded in this course;

Learning Outcomes

1 - Knowledge
Theoretical - Conceptual
1) The student knows the mechanism of action of psychoactive substances.
2 - Skills
Cognitive - Practical
3 - Competences
Communication and Social Competence
1) The student compares the theoretical explanations about the biochemical basis of behavioral disorders.
Learning Competence
1) The student knows the drug classes used in the treatment of behavioral disorders.
Field Specific Competence
1) The student explains how the effects and side effects of these drugs occur.
Competence to Work Independently and Take Responsibility

Ders Akış Planı

Week	Subject	Related Preparation
1)	Neurotransmission and mechanisms of action of drugs	Dawson, H. (2006). Mind, Brain, and Drug: An introduction to psychopharmacology. Pearson/Allyn. Bacon. Leonard, B. E. (2003). Fundamentals ofpsychopharmacology J. Wiley. Stahl, S. M. (2005). Essential psychopharmacology: Neuroscientific basis and practical application (2nd ed.). Cambridge University Press
2)	Neurotransmission and mechanisms of action of drugs	Dawson, H. (2006). Mind, Brain, and Drug: An introduction to psychopharmacology. Pearson/Allyn. Bacon. Leonard, B. E. (2003). Fundamentals ofpsychopharmacology J. Wiley. Stahl, S. M. (2005). Essential psychopharmacology: Neuroscientific basis and practical application (2nd ed.). Cambridge University Press
3)	Major neurotransmitter systems and related pathways in the brain; Norepinephrine, GABA	Dawson, H. (2006). Mind, Brain, and Drug: An introduction to psychopharmacology. Pearson/Allyn. Bacon. Leonard, B. E. (2003). Fundamentals ofpsychopharmacology J. Wiley. Stahl, S. M. (2005). Essential psychopharmacology: Neuroscientific basis and practical application (2nd ed.). Cambridge University Press
4)	Major neurotransmitter systems and related pathways in the brain; GABA, Glutamate, ACh	Dawson, H. (2006). Mind, Brain, and Drug: An introduction to psychopharmacology. Pearson/Allyn. Bacon. Leonard, B. E. (2003). Fundamentals ofpsychopharmacology J. Wiley. Stahl, S. M. (2005). Essential psychopharmacology: Neuroscientific basis and practical application (2nd ed.). Cambridge University Press
5)	pharmacokinetics	Dawson, H. (2006). Mind, Brain, and Drug: An introduction to psychopharmacology. Pearson/Allyn. Bacon. Leonard, B. E. (2003). Fundamentals ofpsychopharmacology J. Wiley. Stahl, S. M. (2005). Essential psychopharmacology: Neuroscientific basis and practical application (2nd ed.). Cambridge University Press
6)	antipsychotics	Dawson, H. (2006). Mind, Brain, and Drug: An introduction to psychopharmacology. Pearson/Allyn. Bacon. Leonard, B. E. (2003). Fundamentals ofpsychopharmacology J. Wiley. Stahl, S. M. (2005). Essential psychopharmacology: Neuroscientific basis and practical application (2nd ed.). Cambridge University Press
7)	Midterm	Dawson, H. (2006). Mind, Brain, and Drug: An introduction to psychopharmacology. Pearson/Allyn. Bacon. Leonard, B. E. (2003). Fundamentals ofpsychopharmacology J. Wiley. Stahl, S. M. (2005). Essential psychopharmacology: Neuroscientific basis and practical application (2nd ed.). Cambridge University Press
8)	Anxiety relievers	Dawson, H. (2006). Mind, Brain, and Drug: An introduction to psychopharmacology. Pearson/Allyn. Bacon. Leonard, B. E. (2003). Fundamentals ofpsychopharmacology J. Wiley. Stahl, S. M. (2005). Essential psychopharmacology: Neuroscientific basis and practical application (2nd ed.). Cambridge University Press
9)	Sedative Hypnotics	Dawson, H. (2006). Mind, Brain, and Drug: An introduction to psychopharmacology. Pearson/Allyn. Bacon. Leonard, B. E. (2003). Fundamentals ofpsychopharmacology J. Wiley. Stahl, S. M. (2005). Essential psychopharmacology: Neuroscientific basis and practical application (2nd ed.). Cambridge University Press
10)	Antidepressants, mood stabilizers	Dawson, H. (2006). Mind, Brain, and Drug: An introduction to psychopharmacology. Pearson/Allyn. Bacon. Leonard, B. E. (2003). Fundamentals ofpsychopharmacology J. Wiley. Stahl, S. M. (2005). Essential psychopharmacology: Neuroscientific basis and practical application (2nd ed.). Cambridge University Press
11)	Medication use in OCD, Panic disorder and Phobic disorders	Dawson, H. (2006). Mind, Brain, and Drug: An introduction to psychopharmacology. Pearson/Allyn. Bacon. Leonard, B. E. (2003). Fundamentals ofpsychopharmacology J. Wiley. Stahl, S. M. (2005). Essential psychopharmacology: Neuroscientific basis and practical application (2nd ed.). Cambridge University Press
12)	antiepileptics	Dawson, H. (2006). Mind, Brain, and Drug: An introduction to psychopharmacology. Pearson/Allyn. Bacon. Leonard, B. E. (2003). Fundamentals ofpsychopharmacology J. Wiley. Stahl, S. M. (2005). Essential psychopharmacology: Neuroscientific basis and practical application (2nd ed.). Cambridge University Press
13)	Clinical pharmacotherapy and psychotherapy	Dawson, H. (2006). Mind, Brain, and Drug: An introduction to psychopharmacology. Pearson/Allyn. Bacon. Leonard, B. E. (2003). Fundamentals ofpsychopharmacology J. Wiley. Stahl, S. M. (2005). Essential psychopharmacology: Neuroscientific basis and practical application (2nd ed.). Cambridge University Press
14)	The future of clinical pharmacotherapy	Dawson, H. (2006). Mind, Brain, and Drug: An introduction to psychopharmacology. Pearson/Allyn. Bacon. Leonard, B. E. (2003). Fundamentals ofpsychopharmacology J. Wiley. Stahl, S. M. (2005). Essential psychopharmacology: Neuroscientific basis and practical application (2nd ed.). Cambridge University Press
15)	Final Exam	Dawson, H. (2006). Mind, Brain, and Drug: An introduction to psychopharmacology. Pearson/Allyn. Bacon. Leonard, B. E. (2003). Fundamentals ofpsychopharmacology J. Wiley. Stahl, S. M. (2005). Essential psychopharmacology: Neuroscientific basis and practical application (2nd ed.). Cambridge University Press

Sources

Course Notes / Textbooks:	Dawson, H. (2006). Mind, Brain, and Drug: An introduction to psychopharmacology. Pearson/Allyn. Bacon. Leonard, B. E. (2003). Fundamentals ofpsychopharmacology J. Wiley. Stahl, S. M. (2005). Essential psychopharmacology: Neuroscientific basis and practical application (2nd ed.). Cambridge University Press
References:	Dawson, H. (2006). Mind, Brain, and Drug: An introduction to psychopharmacology. Pearson/Allyn. Bacon. Leonard, B. E. (2003). Fundamentals ofpsychopharmacology J. Wiley. Stahl, S. M. (2005). Essential psychopharmacology: Neuroscientific basis and practical application (2nd ed.). Cambridge University Press

Ders - Program Öğrenme Kazanım İlişkisi

Ders Öğrenme Kazanımları	1	2	3	4
Program Outcomes
1) Knows the basic concepts and subfields of the science of psychology. Uses the knowledge based on theoretical practice in the field of study.
2) Knows the basic research methods of the science of psychology, applies and interprets the data obtained.
3) Our graduates are aware of their competence and competencies in their studies in the field.
4) Our graduates continue their professional development by constantly following local and universal developments that will contribute to their professional life.
5) Our graduates contribute to their field by having effective communication and problem solving skills.
6) Our graduates know the ethical values of psychology science and respect differences.
7) Our graduates know the social and universal effects of the field of study and its legal consequences.
8) Our graduates are knowledgeable about other fields related to psychology. Uses this knowledge in collaborative work.
9) Follows the English literature and basic resources in the field of psychology.

Ders - Öğrenme Kazanımı İlişkisi

No Effect	1 Lowest	2 Low	3 Average	4 High	5 Highest

	Program Outcomes	Level of Contribution
1)	Knows the basic concepts and subfields of the science of psychology. Uses the knowledge based on theoretical practice in the field of study.	5
2)	Knows the basic research methods of the science of psychology, applies and interprets the data obtained.
3)	Our graduates are aware of their competence and competencies in their studies in the field.
4)	Our graduates continue their professional development by constantly following local and universal developments that will contribute to their professional life.
5)	Our graduates contribute to their field by having effective communication and problem solving skills.
6)	Our graduates know the ethical values of psychology science and respect differences.
7)	Our graduates know the social and universal effects of the field of study and its legal consequences.
8)	Our graduates are knowledgeable about other fields related to psychology. Uses this knowledge in collaborative work.
9)	Follows the English literature and basic resources in the field of psychology.

Öğrenme Etkinliği ve Öğretme Yöntemleri

Anlatım
Bireysel çalışma ve ödevi
Course

Ölçme ve Değerlendirme Yöntemleri ve Kriterleri

Yazılı Sınav (Açık uçlu sorular, çoktan seçmeli, doğru yanlış, eşleştirme, boşluk doldurma, sıralama)

Assessment & Grading

Semester Requirements	Number of Activities	Level of Contribution
Midterms	1	% 40
Semester Final Exam	1	% 60
total		% 100
PERCENTAGE OF SEMESTER WORK		% 40
PERCENTAGE OF FINAL WORK		% 60
total		% 100

İş Yükü ve AKTS Kredisi Hesaplaması

Activities	Number of Activities	Duration (Hours)	Workload
Course Hours	15	3	45
Study Hours Out of Class	15	8	120
Midterms	1	6	6
Final	1	8	8
Total Workload			179