pharmacology chapter 14: anxiety drugs
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What is the primary neurotransmitter imbalance associated with Mood disorder?

  • Imbalance of dopamine and norepinephrine (correct)
  • Decrease in acetylcholine
  • Imbalance of serotonin and dopamine
  • Increase in norepinephrine and dopamine
  • Which type of anxiety disorder involves a fear of crowded places or spaces?

  • Social anxiety disorder
  • Specific phobia
  • Panic Disorder
  • Agoraphobia (correct)
  • What is the neurotransmitter that is decreased in Parkinson's disease?

  • Dopamine (correct)
  • Norepinephrine
  • Serotonin
  • Acetylcholine
  • What is the common effect of acetylcholine on the body?

    <p>DUMBBELLS &amp; CONTRACTION</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the typical symptom of anxiety?

    <p>All of the above</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of anxiety disorder involves recurrent unexpected panic attacks?

    <p>Panic Disorder</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main neurotransmitter involved in psychosis?

    <p>Dopamine</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the effect of decreased GABA levels on nerve impulses?

    <p>It increases nerve impulses</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the opposite of anxiety in terms of neurotransmitter levels?

    <p>Depression</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the effect of an imbalance of neurotransmitters on mood?

    <p>It can cause mood disorders such as anxiety and depression</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which neurotransmitter is involved in Alzheimer's disease?

    <p>Acetylcholine</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the characteristic of anxiety in terms of neurotransmitter levels?

    <p>An increase in serotonin, dopamine, and norepinephrine levels</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary diagnostic criterion for panic attacks?

    <p>At least four of the symptoms developed abruptly and reached a peak within 10 minutes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the characteristic of obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD)?

    <p>Recurrent obsessions and compulsions that cause significant distress</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary symptom of generalized anxiety disorder (GAD)?

    <p>Excessive and uncontrollable anxiety and worry</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is derealization?

    <p>A feeling of being disconnected from one's body, feelings, and environment</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which anxiety disorder is characterized by intense fear of being scrutinized in social or public situations?

    <p>Social phobia</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for a feeling of choking or smothering during a panic attack?

    <p>Sensations of shortness of breath</p> Signup and view all the answers

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