EPC 678MF: PSYCHOPHARM FT
California State University, Northridge
Prerequisites: EPC 672MFA; Admission to CSUN's master's program in Marriage and Family Therapy. This course will introduce students to the neurobiological foundations of family therapy, including biochemical theories of mental disorders and the various classes of psychoactive medications used to treat these disorders across the lifespan. Attention will be given to utilization patterns based on sex, socioeconomic status, ethnicity, and other diversity factors. The role of family therapists will be emphasized in the assessment, referral, and management of clients being treated with psychotropic medication.
Average GPA: 3.92
Grade distribution records: 213 students across 4 terms.
Grade distribution
| Grade | Students | Percent |
|---|---|---|
| A | 172 | 80.8% |
| A- | 31 | 14.6% |
| B+ | 7 | 3.3% |
| B | 2 | 0.9% |
| B- | 1 | 0.5% |
Based on 213 student grade records across 4 terms and 4 professors.
Instructors
- Mark John Souris 55 students, Average GPA 4.00
- Carine M Keenan 50 students, Average GPA 3.85
- Kelly Morales 36 students, Average GPA 3.90
- Tia M Brisco 19 students, Average GPA 3.88