Since Time magazine profiled Prozac as a cover model over 10 years ago, medications for psychological disorders have been in the forefront of our culture. Most people, however, are not exactly sure how they work on our brains and bodies. This class will cover the basic information about some of the most common medications for psychological disorders including depression, anxiety, and insomnia. We'll discuss how these medications work on the brain system as well as on neurotransmitters, their common side effects, and also how decipher the information in that little handout that's included in the medications. This class is created for a person with no previous background in chemistry, biology, or medicine.

Course Outline
I The basics of our nervous system
II Medicines for Mood
III Medicines for Anxiety
IV Medicines for Insomnia
V How to read a medicine insert

5 session(s): Tue: Oct 6-Nov 3 / 7:00-9:00 pm

Registration fee: $350