The present invention provides compounds of Formula I: ##STR00001##
wherein the variables A, B, Ar, R.sup.1, R.sup.2, and R.sup.3 are as
defined herein. The compounds of Formula (I) can function as
corticotropin releasing factor (CRF) receptor antagonists and can be
useful, for example, in the treatment of disorders characterized by
abnormal levels of CRF such as anxiety and depression.