Assignment:
Select a psychoactive drug that is of pharmacological interest to you, but not one you will review as part of your Critical Review. For paper, you may choose drugs of abuse; however, the paper must focus on the pharmacology of the drug and not on the social or addictive aspects. If you focus on addiction and social impact, your paper will not receive credit.
In addition to the text, research a minimum of three peer-reviewed articles published within the last five years on your selected drug. Prepare a three-page summary of the drug using
In your Rapid Review, analyze and explain the pharmacological aspects of the drug as they relate to the following: neurotransmitters affected, receptors, route of administration, half-life, doses, side effects, drug interactions, contraindications, and other important facets of the drug. Explain these aspects of the drug in terms of the psychiatric disorders indicated for the drug and the issue(s) associated with that use. If there is no accepted therapeutic use for the drug, evaluate and describe the actions of the drug with regard to the abuse process.
The paper:
Should be three to five double-spaced pages in length, excluding title page and references page, and it must be formatted according to APA style
Should include a title page with the following:
o Title of paper
Should address the topic of the paper with critical thought.
Should use at least three peer-reviewed sources in addition to the text.
Should document all sources in APA style as outlined in the Ashford Writing Center.
Should include a separate references page that is formatted according to APA