Laboratorio: psicofarmacologia
A.Y. 2025/2026
Learning objectives
This course provides in-depth knowledge of the effects of drugs on the central nervous system and their applications in the treatment of neuropsychiatric disorders. Students will develop an understanding of the mechanisms of action of major psychotropic drugs, their clinical implications, and potential side effects.
Expected learning outcomes
Understand the mechanisms of action of major psychotropic drugs.
Apply pharmacological knowledge to patient management.
Assess side effects and drug interactions.
Critically analyze scientific literature in psychopharmacology.
Apply pharmacological knowledge to patient management.
Assess side effects and drug interactions.
Critically analyze scientific literature in psychopharmacology.
Lesson period: First semester
Assessment methods: Giudizio di approvazione
Assessment result: superato/non superato
Single course
This course can be attended as a single course.
Course syllabus and organization
Single session
Course syllabus
· Fundamentals of Psychopharmacology
Neurotransmitters and neurobiology of the central nervous system
Principles of pharmacokinetics and pharmacodynamics
· Clinical Psychopharmacology
Therapeutic indications and guidelines for mental disorders
Drug interactions and management of adverse effects
Personalized approaches in psychopharmacology
· New Frontiers in Psychopharmacology
Innovative therapies and biomarkers for drug response
Psychotropic drugs and neuromodulation
Psilocybin, ketamine, and new therapeutic perspectives
Neurotransmitters and neurobiology of the central nervous system
Principles of pharmacokinetics and pharmacodynamics
· Clinical Psychopharmacology
Therapeutic indications and guidelines for mental disorders
Drug interactions and management of adverse effects
Personalized approaches in psychopharmacology
· New Frontiers in Psychopharmacology
Innovative therapies and biomarkers for drug response
Psychotropic drugs and neuromodulation
Psilocybin, ketamine, and new therapeutic perspectives
Prerequisites for admission
None
Teaching methods
Theory formal lectures and and practical classes, class discussions, analysis of research works.
Teaching Resources
Bibliography will be provided during the course and uploaded to the MyAriel website.
Assessment methods and Criteria
Prova scritta e/o orale. Partecipazione attiva alle attività pratiche
BIO/14 - PHARMACOLOGY - University credits: 1
Laboratories: 18 hours
Professor:
Diluca Monica Maria Grazia
Professor(s)