Interactive methods of teaching psychiatry and narcology on preventive medicine specialty

This article examines innovative aspects of teaching psychiatry, narcology to students of medical universities. Innovative methods are suggested which help improve the acquiring of new material in the following topic: Organization of psychiatric aid and the rights of citizens There are example case-studies, which could be used in seminars, for the purpose of setting tasks, which are related to their future profession. Interactive seminars showed how clear and effective it is for students. The solving of case-studies which were very close to real life professional situation helps students to cope with their professional tasks and characterizes the degree of acquisition of professional expertise. Therefore, thorough planning of the teaching process in medical university, selection of teaching methods, and an attentive attitude to interactive forms of teaching students all help to transform knowledge which was acquired in seminars into valuable experience for both students and teachers.