Unit 3 - LAC2 - Treatments: Physiological Treatments and Exercise Flashcards
Uses of Benzodiazepines
Treat panic, anxiety, and control certain types of seizures.
Manage problematic alcohol withdrawal symptoms.
Examples of Benzodiazepines
Chlordiazepoxide (Librium)
Diazepam (Valium)
Mechanism of Benzodiazepines in Alcohol Withdrawal
Attach to GABA receptors, enhancing its effects.
Increase the calming effect of GABA, reducing anxiety linked to withdrawal.
Uses of Disulfiram
Help stop drinking completely.
Prevent relapses in individuals with a history of relapses.
Example of Disulfiram
Antabuse
Mechanism of Disulfiram in Alcohol Withdrawal
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.
Name the over the counter remedies
Valerian, Chamomile, lavender
Uses of Valerian
Mild sedative for stress-related ailments like anxiety, depression, insomnia, and muscle tension.
Mechanism of Valerian
Helps release GABA, calming excited neurons in the brain.
Reduces anxiety and increases immune strength.
Strength of Valerian
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.
Uses of Chamomile
Relieves stress symptoms.
Aids digestion.
Mild sedative effect for relaxation.
Mechanism of Chamomile
Reduces infections of the digestive tract.
Benefits intestinal flora.
Protects and strengthens the immune system.
Alleviates inflammatory conditions.
Strength of Chamomile
Widely available in various forms (oils, teas, food).
Uses of Lavender
Beneficial for anxiety symptoms, especially generalized anxiety disorder.
Mechanism of Lavender
Inhalation activates the limbic system, hypothalamus, and hippocampus.
Activates the parasympathetic nervous system for relaxation.
Reduces somatic symptoms of anxiety.
Strength of Lavender
Helps relieve symptoms like worry, feeling on edge, insomnia, hyperventilation, shakiness, and muscle tension.
Effective in aromatherapy for calming anxiety before specific events.
What is exercise also referred to as?
Endorphin Hypothesis
What is the endorphin hypothesis?
Sustained physical activity releases endorphins, natural opioids that override negative feelings of depression and anxiety.
Role of Endorphins
Natural pain relievers produced in response to stress or discomfort.
Improve mood through exercise.
What did Boecker 2008 find in relation to exercise?
PET scans of distance runners showed increased endorphins during a 2-hour run.
Additional Benefits of Exercise
Increases dopamine and serotonin levels.
Boosts happy hormones.
What is GABA
Main function is to reduce neuron activity in the brain.
Enhanced by benzodiazepines and valerian.
Alcohol Withdrawal Symptoms
Anxiety, nausea, chest pain, vomiting, dizziness.
What examples of non addictive remedies are there?
Valerian, Chamomile, Lavender
