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Biological Therapies For Schizophrenia: Drug Therapy Flashcards

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Typical antipsychotic drugs

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Work with dopamine antagonists

Bind with D2 receptors and block their action

Reduce effects of dopamine influence

Works on hallucinations and delusions quickly

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Atypical antipsychotic drugs

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Treats both negative and positive symptoms

Temporarily blocks dopamine receptors

Major impact on serotonin

Lower risk of side effects

Bigger effect on negative symptoms

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