PSYCH 022: Animal Models in Psychiatry
Much of what we understand about brain function and psychiatric illness has been built through animal research. Yet modelling the human mind in animals is inherently complex. This chapter explores how animal models are used in psychiatry - and the limits of what they can truly represent.
In this episode, we examine different types of animal models, including those based on genetic manipulation, pharmacological induction, and behavioural paradigms. These models allow us to study neural circuits, molecular mechanisms, and treatment effects in controlled environments.
We explore the concept of…
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