Stimulants Flashcards
1
Q
Give examples of stimulants
A
Methylphenidate (ritalin), dexamfetamine and lisdexamfetamine
2
Q
How do stimulants work
A
Improve dopaminergic neurotransmission in networks involved in executive functioning including prefrontal cortex
3
Q
When are stimulants used
A
ADHD
4
Q
Side effects of stimulants
A
Usually minor- appetite, sleep reduction, dysphoria, anxiety