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What is the primary focus of psycho pharmacology?
What is the primary focus of psycho pharmacology?
- Study of addictive substances and their effects
- Study of drugs used in treatment of psychiatric disorders (correct)
- Research on the effects of recreational drugs
- Analysis of drug interactions in physical health
Which of the following drugs are classified as psychotropic drugs?
Which of the following drugs are classified as psychotropic drugs?
- Drugs that affect functioning, behavior, or experience (correct)
- Drugs that induce sleep without affecting behavior
- Drugs that enhance cognitive abilities
- Drugs used solely for pain relief
Which class of drugs is also known as neuroleptic drugs?
Which class of drugs is also known as neuroleptic drugs?
- Anxiolytic drugs
- Antidepressants
- Antipsychotic drugs (correct)
- Mood stabilizers
What receptor do antipsychotic drugs primarily act on?
What receptor do antipsychotic drugs primarily act on?
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Which of the following is NOT a classification of psychotropic drugs?
Which of the following is NOT a classification of psychotropic drugs?
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Study Notes
Introduction to Psychopharmacology
- Focuses on drugs used to treat psychiatric disorders.
Psychotropic Drugs
- These substances influence mental functioning, behavior, or subjective experiences.
- Psychoactive substances are classified as psychotropic drugs.
Classification of Psychotropic Drugs
- Antipsychotic drugs: used for managing psychosis, including schizophrenia.
- Antidepressants: prescribed for mood disorders, particularly depression.
- Anxiolytic drugs: used to alleviate anxiety disorders.
- Mood stabilizers: aimed at stabilizing mood fluctuations, especially in bipolar disorder.
- Miscellaneous drugs: includes other psychotropic medications that do not fit into the previous categories.
Antipsychotic Drugs
- Also known as major tranquillizers or neuroleptic drugs.
- Primarily target Dopamine receptors, specifically the D2 receptor, to influence psychotic symptoms.
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