This comprehensive survey of neuropsychopharmacology is unique in its breadth of coverage, from molecular to behavioural pharmacology, and from basic animal studies of drug action to clinical applications. Lavish illustrations and concise chapter summaries reinforce key concepts, while extensive references point the way to further study. The book is intended for advanced undergraduate, graduate and medical students, and neuroscientists seeking current information on psychoactive drug. The first section serves as an introduction to, and general reference for, pharmacology and the basic neurosciences. Subsequent sections address the major neurotransmitter systems, various psychoactive drug classes and psychological and neurological disorders.

Basic Concepts
Principles of pharmacology
Methods in Neuropsychopharmacology
Neurons and Glial Cells
Functional Neuroanatomy
Neurophysiological mechanisms
Synaptic structure and function
Neurotransmitter Systems
Acetylcholine
Catecholamines
Serotonin
The Amino Acid Neurotransmitters and Histamine
Peptide Neurotransmitters
Major Drug Classes
The Opiates
Stimulants: Amphetamine and Cocaine
Stimulants: Nicotine and Caffeine
Alcohol
Sedative/Hypnotic and Anxiolytic Drugs
Mind-Altering Drugs
Clinical Applications
Schizophrenia
Affective Disorders
Parkinson's Disease and Alzheimer's Disease
References
Index