Unit 2: Neurons & Neurotransmitters

In this unit we will dig into the heart of neuroscience, after all, how can you have NEUROscience without NEUROns.

Topic 4 will present about the basic structure of neurons as well as neural transmission.

Topic 5 will focus in on a very special part of the neuron, the synapse as well as the neurotransmitters that are involved in that synapse.

Topic 6 will explore psychopharmacology and how drugs can influence neurotransmitters.

Topic 7 will take the knowledge of psychopathology and psychopharmacology and bring them together to help understand psychopathology.

1. Assess the role of possible divine intervention into the development of the nervous system.
2. Describe the processes that occur at the synapse.
3. Evaluate how the law can be applied to regulate drug use.
4. Assess the role of neurotransmitters in psychopathology.