Pharmacology and Psychopharmacology Quiz

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What is the focus of neuropharmacology?

Studying drug effects on mood and behavior
Exploring drug induced alterations in cognition
Identifying substances affecting the nervous system
Studying drug induced changes in brain function (correct)

What is the definition of psychoactive drugs?

Chemical substances altering brain function and leading to changes in perception, mood, consciousness, cognition, and behavior (correct)
Chemical substances altering only perception and consciousness
Chemical substances used specifically for their side effects
Chemical substances with specific effects on mood and behavior

What are nonspecific effects of drugs influenced by?

Individual characteristics such as experience, mood, expectations, attitude, and genetics (correct)
The chemical interactions of the drug with target sites
The dosage and frequency of drug administration
The type of drug and its specific effects

What are side effects of drugs?

<p>Any other impact apart from the desired physical or behavioral changes via drug receptor interactions (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the difference between drug action and drug effect?

<p>Drug action refers to molecular changes triggered when a drug binds to its target receptor, while drug effect refers to broad alterations in physiological and psychological functions caused by a drug (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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Neuropharmacology

Focuses on the study of how drugs affect the nervous system, particularly the brain

Psychoactive Drugs

Defined as substances that alter mood, behavior, or cognitive function
Can affect various neurotransmitter systems in the brain

Nonspecific Effects of Drugs

Influenced by psychological and environmental factors
Factors include patient's expectations, doctor-patient relationship, and cultural background

Side Effects of Drugs

Unintended consequences of drug therapy
Can be mild or severe, and may be temporary or long-lasting

Drug Action vs. Drug Effect

Drug action refers to the specific biochemical or pharmacological effect of a drug on the body
Drug effect refers to the overall change in behavior, mood, or cognition produced by the drug action