What This Document Is
This document outlines the required readings and resources for Unit 1 and Unit 2 of the PMHNP Neuroscience and Psychopharmacology (MN660) course at Purdue University Global. It serves as a roadmap for foundational learning in the program, specifically focusing on neuroanatomy and basic psychopharmacology principles. It is a syllabus-level guide to the materials expected to be engaged with during the initial stages of the course.
Why This Document Matters
This document is essential for students enrolled in MN660. It clarifies the core texts – Stahl’s Essential Psychopharmacology and Heldt’s Memorable Psychopharmacology – and supplemental video resources. Understanding this material is crucial for building a strong base in neurosciences, which directly informs clinical practice as a Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. The foundational knowledge presented will be continually referenced throughout the entire PMHNP program.
Common Limitations or Challenges
This document is a listing of resources; it does not *teach* the content. Students will still need to actively engage with the textbook chapters and video lectures to grasp the concepts. It also doesn’t provide any assessment materials or detailed explanations of complex topics – those are found within the full course materials. This is a starting point, not a substitute for dedicated study.
What This Document Provides
This document specifically lists:
* Required textbook chapters from Stahl’s Essential Psychopharmacology (Chapters 1 for Unit 1, Chapters 2-3 for Unit 2).
* Required textbook chapters from Heldt’s Memorable Psychopharmacology (Chapters 1-2 for both Unit 1 and Unit 2).
* Links and estimated completion times for a series of neuroanatomy video lectures covering topics like brain lobes, the limbic system, thalamus, basal ganglia, cerebellum, and brainstem.
* A link to a neurotransmitter infographic.
This preview *does not* include the full textbook content, access to the video lectures themselves, or any study questions or quizzes. It is a guide to the resources available within the course.
