Mental Disorders Flashcards
What is the primary purpose of psychotropic drugs?
To treat mental disorders by affecting mood, perception, and behavior.
True or False: Antidepressants are only used for treating depression.
False
Fill in the blank: The class of drugs known as __________ is commonly prescribed for anxiety disorders.
benzodiazepines
What are the two main categories of psychotropic drugs?
Psychoactive medications and psychotherapeutic medications.
Which type of drug is primarily used to manage schizophrenia?
Antipsychotics
Name one common side effect of antidepressants.
Weight gain or sexual dysfunction.
What is the mechanism of action of SSRIs?
They increase serotonin levels in the brain.
True or False: Mood stabilizers are primarily used to treat bipolar disorder.
True
Which class of drugs is often prescribed for ADHD?
Stimulants
What is a major risk associated with the long-term use of benzodiazepines?
Dependence and withdrawal symptoms.
Fill in the blank: __________ are used to reduce the frequency and severity of seizures in individuals with epilepsy.
Antiepileptic drugs
What is the primary goal of using antipsychotic medications?
To manage symptoms of psychosis, such as hallucinations and delusions.
Which neurotransmitter is primarily targeted by antipsychotic medications?
Dopamine
Name a common atypical antipsychotic medication.
Risperidone or Olanzapine.
True or False: All antidepressants work the same way.
False
What is the role of mood stabilizers in mental health treatment?
To prevent mood swings in bipolar disorder.
Fill in the blank: __________ are often used as a first-line treatment for generalized anxiety disorder.
SSRIs
Which medication is often used to treat obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD)?
SSRIs, specifically fluoxetine or fluvoxamine.
What is a potential side effect of antipsychotic medications?
Extrapyramidal symptoms, such as tremors.
True or False: Stimulants can lead to increased focus and attention in individuals with ADHD.
True
What is the difference between first-generation and second-generation antipsychotics?
First-generation primarily block dopamine receptors; second-generation target multiple neurotransmitter systems.
Name one common side effect of mood stabilizers.
Tremors or gastrointestinal issues.
Fill in the blank: __________ is a type of therapy that may be combined with pharmacotherapy for depression.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
Which class of medications is typically used for panic disorders?
Benzodiazepines or SSRIs.
What is the term for the phenomenon when a drug loses its effectiveness over time?
Tolerance
True or False: All psychotropic medications require a prescription.
True
What is the importance of monitoring patients on psychotropic medications?
To assess effectiveness and manage side effects.
Fill in the blank: __________ is a common side effect of antidepressants, particularly SSRIs.
Nausea
What does the term ‘polypharmacy’ refer to?
The simultaneous use of multiple medications by a patient.
Name a risk factor for developing drug dependence.
History of substance abuse or mental health disorders.
What is the primary action of anxiolytic medications?
To reduce anxiety.
True or False: All patients respond the same way to psychotropic medications.
False
What is the role of pharmacogenomics in psychotropic medication treatment?
To personalize medication choices based on genetic factors.
Fill in the blank: __________ is a serious side effect associated with the use of antipsychotic medications.
Neuroleptic Malignant Syndrome
