Neuroimmune Pharmacology as a Component of Pharmacology in Medical School Curriculum

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Yuh F. Chen
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[1] China Medical University,Department of Pharmacology, School of Medicine
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Journal of Neuroimmune Pharmacology | 2011年 / 6卷
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Neuroimmune pharmacology; Pharmacology curriculum; Medical school students;
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An introduction to the discipline of pharmacology is a standard part of the scientific foundation of medical school curricula. Neuroimmune pharmacology is a new subtopic that integrates fundamental concepts of neuroscience, immunology, infectious disease, and pharmacology. The integration of these areas is important to medical training in view of the growing concern over neurodegenerative diseases and cognitive disorders. This article introduces a submodule and concomitant syllabus for inclusion of neuroimmune pharmacology as a component of a pharmacology curriculum. The introductory lectures of neuroimmune pharmacology will concentrate on the role of the immune system in (1) schizophrenia and major depression; (2) neurodegenerative disorders; and (3) drug addiction. Emphasis will be placed on the competencies of critical thinking, problem solving, learning interest, and effectiveness of medical students. Problem-based learning and case study discussions will also be applied.
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