Using sophisticated 3-D animation, this program, divided into two parts, takes viewers on a journey deep into the brain to study the effects of the three substances. The first part illustrates the major functions of the brain and shows how its principal cells, the neurons, communicate with each other through electrical and chemical signals. In the second part, animated molecules of nicotine, cocaine, and marijuana travel a route from the external environment through the body to the brain, where viewers learn about the cellular targets of these drugs, and how each drug interacts with them and subsequently affects the body. Images of actual neurons used in the animations create a realistic effect that helps viewers understand the concepts presented. A viewable/printable instructor's guide is available online.

Films Media Group

Neurons, Brain chemistry, Neurochemistry, Neural transmission, Neurotransmitters, Brain--Effect of drugs on, Psychotropic drugs, Nicotine--Physiological effect, Cocaine--Physiological effect, Marijuana--Physiological effect, Science and math

Gross de Nunez, Gayle (Creator), Schwartz-Bloom, Rochelle D. (Creator), Park, Andy (Narrator), Savantes (Firm) (Producer), Films for the Humanities & Sciences (Firm)

00:26:54 (HH:MM:SS)

English

Higher education

Name	Films Media Group (Firm)
Role	Publisher
Telephone	800-257-5126
Address	200 Metro Blvd., Suite 124, Hamilton, NJ 08619
Email	[email protected]

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