Molecular Neuropharmacology: A Foundation for Clinical Neuroscience (2nd Edition) by Eric J. Nestler, Steven E. Hyman, Robert Malenka
 
ISBN: 9780071481274
 
Overview :
 
Molecular Neuropharmacology provides an in-depth understanding of the molecular processes underlying the functioning of the nervous system in both healthy and diseased states. This comprehensive textbook bridges neuropharmacology and clinical neuroscience, offering a clear explanation of nerve cell receptors, signal transduction, and the molecular genetics affected by these systems. With over 300 full-color illustrations and detailed didactic text boxes, this book is an essential resource for anyone seeking to connect molecular neuropharmacology with clinical applications in neuroscience.
 
You will learn how the malfunctioning of neural systems leads to various neurological disorders and the pharmacological treatments associated with them. This second edition has been praised for its clarity, relevance, and usefulness as a foundational text for understanding neuropharmacology.
 
Key Features:
 
Comprehensive coverage of neuropharmacological systems and their disorders
Full-color illustrations and didactic text boxes
Clear explanations linking molecular processes to clinical conditions
 
Table of Contents:
 
Preface
 
Part 1: Fundamentals of Neuropharmacology :
 
1. Basic Principles of Neuropharmacology
2. Cellular Basis of Communication
3. Synaptic Transmission
4. Signal Transduction to the Brain
 
Part 2: Neural Substrates of Drug Action :
 
5. Excitatory and Inhibitory Amino Acids
6. Widely Projecting Systems: Monoamines, Acetylcholine, and Orexin
7. Neuropeptides
8. Atypical Neurotransmitters
 
Part 3: Neuropharmacology of Neural Systems and Disorders :
 
9. Autonomic Nervous System
10. Neural and Neuroendocrine Control of the Internal Milieu
11. Pain and Inflammation
12. Sleep and Arousal
13. Higher Cognitive Function and Behavioral Control
14. Mood and Emotion
15. Reinforcement and Addictive Disorders
16. Schizophrenia and Other Psychoses
17. Neurodegeneration
18. Seizure Disorders
19. Stroke and Migraine