GRN 7202 Neurobiology of Psychiatric Disorders
This course builds upon the knowledge base developed in the mental health conditions course, extending and applying this content to the neurobiological mechanisms of psychiatric disorders. This course will transition students from general concepts utilized in advanced practice to specific theories that are unique to the role of the psychiatric/mental health nurse practitioner. Students to develop an understanding of current biological theories as a major dimension in understanding the etiology, course, and outcome of selected psychiatric disorders. Students will be prepared to utilize research findings as the empirical basis for the advanced practice of nursing. Content will focus on the major biological theories of psychiatric disorders in relationship to their respective technologies, neuroanatomical structures, neurochemical pathways, specific behaviors, and symptomatology. Current research findings will be presented to supplement theoretical content.
Prerequisite
Acceptance into the PMHNP Program.
GRN 7201 and
GRN 7202 must be taken in the same semester. GRN 7101, GRN 7103 and GRN 7104 must be successfully completed prior to enrollment in this course.