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Psychopharmacology is a scientific discipline that focuses on the effects of medications on the brain and behavior. It covers topics such as the function of neurotransmitter systems, the mechanisms of action of various psychotropic drugs, their therapeutic applications, as well as potential side effects and drug interactions. Key subjects include antidepressants, antipsychotics, anxiolytics, mood stabilizers, and medications used to treat cognitive impairments.
For Nurse Practitioners (NPs), psychopharmacology knowledge is essential for evidence-based diagnosis and pharmacological treatment of mental health disorders. A comprehensive understanding enables NPs to select appropriate medications, optimize treatment plans, and safely manage side effects. This expertise directly contributes to improved patient outcomes and effective interprofessional collaboration in healthcare settings.
| Psychopharmacology: Introduction | 01:50 |
| Neuroanatomy: Basics | 07:50 |
| Prefrontal Cortex: Functional Implications | 05:26 |
| Review of the Limbic System | 09:21 |
| Review of the Brain Reward Pathways | 04:40 |
| Basal Ganglia Circuits and Pathways: Functional Implications | 05:52 |
| Integrative Therapies and Neurotransmitters: Overview | 07:18 |
| Integrative Therapies and Neurotransmitters: Practice | 09:03 |
| Relationship between Neurotransmitters and Psychotropic Medications | 02:57 |
| Neurotransmitter Functions: Implications for Psychopharmacology | 13:17 |
| Quiz zum Kurs „Psychopharmacology: Neuroanatomy and Neurophysiology“ | |
| Pharmacokinetics in Psychopharmacology: Introduction | 07:40 |
| Pharmacodynamics in Psychopharmacology: Introduction | 10:48 |
| Practical Application of Pharmacokinetics and Pharmacodynamics in Psychopharmacology | 05:56 |
| Drug-binding Affinity and Enzyme Actions: Psychopharmacology Considerations | 09:24 |
| Prescribing Considerations in Psychopharmacology Practice | 02:49 |
| Dose-response Curves: Psychopharmacology Considerations | 12:31 |
| Dose Adjustment Considerations in Psychopharmacology | 12:32 |
| Case Study: Psychopharmacology | 12:06 |
| Quiz zum Kurs „Psychopharmacology Foundations: From Pharmacokinetics to Clinical Practice“ | |
| Hormonal Influences in Psychopharmacology: Endocrine Pathways | 07:43 |
| Hypothalamic Hormones and their Psychiatric Relevance: GnRH, Oxytocin, TRH | 06:45 |
| Pituitary Hormones and their Psychiatric Relevance: TRH, ACTH, hCG, GH/hGH | 07:41 |
| Pituitary Hormones and their Psychiatric Relevance: PL, LH, FSH | 06:54 |
| Pineal Gland Hormones and their Psychiatric Relevance: Melatonin and Serotonin | 06:54 |
| Hypothalamic-Pituitary-Thyroid Axis: Hormonal Regulation and Psychiatric Implications | 05:32 |
| Sex Hormones and their Psychiatric Relevance: Estrogen, Testosterone and Progesterone | 10:56 |
| Peripheral Hormones and their Psychiatric Relevance: Cortisol and Insulin | 04:33 |
| Genetic Influences in Psychopharmacology: Genetic Polymorphisms | 07:14 |
| Pharmacogenetic Testing: Genotypes, Phenotypes, and Clinical Application in Psychopharmacology | 07:02 |
| Pharmacogenetic Testing Reports: Interpreting Gene-drug Interactions and Clinical Recommendations | 02:56 |
| Case Study: Pharmacogenetic Testing and Antidepressant Selection | 10:07 |
| Quiz zum Kurs „Hormonal and Genetic Influences in Psychopharmacology“ | |
| Clinical Decision-making on Psychopharmacology Prescription | 09:08 |
| Clinical Decision-making in Psychopharmacology: Avoiding Premature Closure | 05:38 |
| Psychopharmacology Case Study: Treating a Retired Man with Major Depressive Disorder | 10:02 |
| Psychopharmacology Case Study: Treating a 16-year-old Adolescent with GAD and PTSD | 11:20 |
| Psychopharmacology Case Study: Treating a 21-year-old Person with Insomnia | 15:23 |
| Psychopharmacology Case Study: Treating a 36-year-old Woman with Schizoaffective Disorder | 22:58 |
| Psychopharmacology Case Study: Treating a 28-year-old Man with Bipolar-II-Disorder | 18:42 |
| Quiz zum Kurs „Psychopharmacology (APRN)“ |