4 Flashcards
1
Q
3 out of 4 psyc meds are prescribed by?
A
non-psyc ppl with little knowledge
2
Q
it is not uncommon for someone to start taking thier antidepressant and thier symtoms reaapear.
A
true
3
Q
the typical person taking anti-depressants will stop taking thier meds and they will have withdrawal symptoms they mistkake for depression
A
t
4
Q
2 anti-depressants that have the most withdrawal symptoms
A
paxil and effexor
5
Q
side effects of anti-depressants
A
anorgasmis emotional numbing reduced error detection weight gain gastrointestinal distress insomnia withdrawal syndrome activation syndrome bith defects
6
Q
activation syndrome can trigger
A
mania and agravation, happens with in the first couple weeks, 2-5% the patient will feel wound up and edgy, can’t sit still or just agitated they aren’t themselves, violent thoughts,
7
Q
moms who are taking anti-depressant have a higher risk of birth deffects and autism
A
T
