Unit 3 - LAC2 - Treatments: Physiological Treatments and Exercise

Question 1

Uses of Benzodiazepines

Answer 1

Treat panic, anxiety, and control certain types of seizures.
Manage problematic alcohol withdrawal symptoms.

Question 2

Examples of Benzodiazepines

Answer 2

Chlordiazepoxide (Librium)
Diazepam (Valium)

Question 3

Mechanism of Benzodiazepines in Alcohol Withdrawal

Answer 3

Attach to GABA receptors, enhancing its effects.
Increase the calming effect of GABA, reducing anxiety linked to withdrawal.

Question 4

Uses of Disulfiram

Answer 4

Help stop drinking completely.
Prevent relapses in individuals with a history of relapses.

Question 5

Example of Disulfiram

Answer 5

Antabuse

Question 6

Mechanism of Disulfiram in Alcohol Withdrawal

Answer 6

Causes unpleasant reactions if alcohol is consumed.
Reactions include nausea, chest pain, vomiting, and dizziness.
Effects can last up to a week after stopping the medication.

Question 7

Name the over the counter remedies

Answer 7

Valerian, Chamomile, lavender

Question 8

Uses of Valerian

Answer 8

Mild sedative for stress-related ailments like anxiety, depression, insomnia, and muscle tension.

Question 9

Mechanism of Valerian

Answer 9

Helps release GABA, calming excited neurons in the brain.
Reduces anxiety and increases immune strength.

Question 10

Strength of Valerian

Answer 10

Non-addictive.
Helps fall asleep faster and improves sleep quality.
Reduces symptoms of stress and anxiety.
Lowers high blood pressure associated with stress and anxiety.

Question 11

Uses of Chamomile

Answer 11

Relieves stress symptoms.
Aids digestion.
Mild sedative effect for relaxation.

Question 12

Mechanism of Chamomile

Answer 12

Reduces infections of the digestive tract.
Benefits intestinal flora.
Protects and strengthens the immune system.
Alleviates inflammatory conditions.

Question 13

Strength of Chamomile

Answer 13

Widely available in various forms (oils, teas, food).

Question 14

Uses of Lavender

Answer 14

Beneficial for anxiety symptoms, especially generalized anxiety disorder.

Question 15

Mechanism of Lavender

Answer 15

Inhalation activates the limbic system, hypothalamus, and hippocampus.
Activates the parasympathetic nervous system for relaxation.
Reduces somatic symptoms of anxiety.

Question 16

Strength of Lavender

Answer 16

Helps relieve symptoms like worry, feeling on edge, insomnia, hyperventilation, shakiness, and muscle tension.
Effective in aromatherapy for calming anxiety before specific events.

Question 17

What is exercise also referred to as?

Answer 17

Endorphin Hypothesis

Question 18

What is the endorphin hypothesis?

Answer 18

Sustained physical activity releases endorphins, natural opioids that override negative feelings of depression and anxiety.

Question 19

Role of Endorphins

Answer 19

Natural pain relievers produced in response to stress or discomfort.
Improve mood through exercise.

Question 20

What did Boecker 2008 find in relation to exercise?

Answer 20

PET scans of distance runners showed increased endorphins during a 2-hour run.

Question 21

Additional Benefits of Exercise

Answer 21

Increases dopamine and serotonin levels.
Boosts happy hormones.

Question 22

What is GABA

Answer 22

Main function is to reduce neuron activity in the brain.
Enhanced by benzodiazepines and valerian.

Question 23

Alcohol Withdrawal Symptoms

Answer 23

Anxiety, nausea, chest pain, vomiting, dizziness.

Question 24

What examples of non addictive remedies are there?

Answer 24

Valerian, Chamomile, Lavender

Question 25

Stress-Related Ailments

Answer 25

Anxiety, depression, insomnia, muscle tension.

Question 26

What remedies strengths the immune system?

Answer 26

Valerian and chamomile strengthen the immune system

Question 27

What remedies improves digestive health

Answer 27

Chamomile aids digestion and reduces abdominal swelling.

Question 28

Forms of Chamomile

Answer 28

Available as oils, teas, and food.

Question 29

Physical Symptoms of Anxiety

Answer 29

Worry, feeling on edge, insomnia, hyperventilation, shakiness, muscle tension.

Question 30

Exercise and Mood Improvement

Answer 30

Regular physical activity boosts dopamine and serotonin.

Question 31

What is a natural pain reliever called?

Answer 31

Endorphin