16 - Treatment Flashcards

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Most common forms of treatment

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Psychodynamic, eclectic (including cognitive behavioral therapy)

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2
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Psychopharmacology

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Study of effects of drugs on psychological states, symptoms.

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3
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Antipsychotic drugs

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Medications that treat schizophrenia and related psychotic disorders by blocking dopamine receptors

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4
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Medication and psychotherapy

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Shows that together, they affect brain regions that react to threats

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5
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Electroconvulsive therapy

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Treatment that induces mild seizure with electric shock to brain. For severe depression or mania

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6
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Transcranial magnetic stimulation

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Magnet alters neuronal behavior. Depression

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7
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Phototherapy

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Therapy involves repeated exposure to bright light. May treat seasonal affective disorder

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8
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Psychosurgery

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Surgical destruction of brain areas. OCD.

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9
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Cingulotomy/Capsulotomy

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Surgical operation to disconnect parts of the brain to treat disorders

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10
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Deep brain stimulation

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Treat depression with electrodes in brain

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