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What is a key factor that can influence a client's compliance with prescribed medication?
What is a key factor that can influence a client's compliance with prescribed medication?
- The effectiveness of the medication
- The client's level of education
- The client's worldview towards psychotropic medication (correct)
- The cost of medication
What does the cultural perspective emphasize in the context of mental health?
What does the cultural perspective emphasize in the context of mental health?
- The shared beliefs and worldviews of groups (correct)
- The role of psychological therapies
- The effect of social policies
- The biological factors of mental disorders
Which perspective concerns the structure and impact of social institutions on individuals?
Which perspective concerns the structure and impact of social institutions on individuals?
- Psychological Perspective
- Social Perspective (correct)
- Biological Perspective
- Cultural Perspective
Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a type or aspect of truth concerning mental health?
Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a type or aspect of truth concerning mental health?
What limitation is noted regarding medication in the context of psychological suffering?
What limitation is noted regarding medication in the context of psychological suffering?
What role do cultural beliefs play in mental health treatment?
What role do cultural beliefs play in mental health treatment?
Which perspective primarily addresses people's views on how they should treat one another?
Which perspective primarily addresses people's views on how they should treat one another?
What can happen if a client possesses a highly suspicious worldview towards medication?
What can happen if a client possesses a highly suspicious worldview towards medication?
What is referred to as 'word magic' in the context of the pharmaceutical industry?
What is referred to as 'word magic' in the context of the pharmaceutical industry?
What was the outcome of the lawsuit against Janssen in 2011?
What was the outcome of the lawsuit against Janssen in 2011?
What expectation do clients often have regarding antidepressant medication?
What expectation do clients often have regarding antidepressant medication?
How has the nature of expectations for medications changed since the first edition of the book was published?
How has the nature of expectations for medications changed since the first edition of the book was published?
What industry is identified as having significant power, particularly in the United States?
What industry is identified as having significant power, particularly in the United States?
What societal perception is critiqued regarding pharmaceutical companies and their products?
What societal perception is critiqued regarding pharmaceutical companies and their products?
Which of the following is NOT a factor mentioned as contributing to magical expectations of medications?
Which of the following is NOT a factor mentioned as contributing to magical expectations of medications?
What is suggested about the influence of the pharmaceutical industry on clients' beliefs?
What is suggested about the influence of the pharmaceutical industry on clients' beliefs?
What is one primary purpose of word magic in communication?
What is one primary purpose of word magic in communication?
Which company was fined $1.42 billion for illegal marketing practices in 2009?
Which company was fined $1.42 billion for illegal marketing practices in 2009?
What was AstraZeneca fined for in 2010?
What was AstraZeneca fined for in 2010?
What term did A. Mitchell Palmer and Joseph McCarthy use to exercise power during the red scares?
What term did A. Mitchell Palmer and Joseph McCarthy use to exercise power during the red scares?
Which significant event is not mentioned as an example of the use of word magic?
Which significant event is not mentioned as an example of the use of word magic?
What effect does word magic aim to achieve in the face of complexity?
What effect does word magic aim to achieve in the face of complexity?
What was a common characteristic of the pharmaceutical industry highlighted in the content?
What was a common characteristic of the pharmaceutical industry highlighted in the content?
What consequence did the pharmaceutical companies face due to their illegal actions?
What consequence did the pharmaceutical companies face due to their illegal actions?
What ethical consideration is highlighted when a client takes a medication not approved by the FDA for a serious disorder?
What ethical consideration is highlighted when a client takes a medication not approved by the FDA for a serious disorder?
Which perspective is discussed regarding children being referred for medication rather than counseling?
Which perspective is discussed regarding children being referred for medication rather than counseling?
What might a family believe if they think psychotropic medication is spiritually damaging?
What might a family believe if they think psychotropic medication is spiritually damaging?
What does R. Stivers suggest about technology and human perception?
What does R. Stivers suggest about technology and human perception?
How is the relationship between mental health professionals and prescribing professionals characterized?
How is the relationship between mental health professionals and prescribing professionals characterized?
What is suggested as a beneficial approach in the study of psychopharmacology?
What is suggested as a beneficial approach in the study of psychopharmacology?
What might be a consequence of 'disenchantment' according to technological perspectives?
What might be a consequence of 'disenchantment' according to technological perspectives?
What is one key consideration about taking psychotropic medication from a psychological perspective?
What is one key consideration about taking psychotropic medication from a psychological perspective?
What was Lawrence's father's typical response to his emotional struggles?
What was Lawrence's father's typical response to his emotional struggles?
How did Lawrence feel about his relationships at home and school?
How did Lawrence feel about his relationships at home and school?
What medication was Lawrence prescribed after bupropion?
What medication was Lawrence prescribed after bupropion?
What social issue did Lawrence develop as a result of his emotional state?
What social issue did Lawrence develop as a result of his emotional state?
What did the psychiatrist conclude about Lawrence's condition after further consultation?
What did the psychiatrist conclude about Lawrence's condition after further consultation?
What was a significant emotional loss experienced by Lawrence during his development?
What was a significant emotional loss experienced by Lawrence during his development?
How did Lawrence react to the changes in his medication?
How did Lawrence react to the changes in his medication?
What was the psychiatrist's initial response to Lawrence's inability to sleep after medication changes?
What was the psychiatrist's initial response to Lawrence's inability to sleep after medication changes?
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Study Notes
Psychological and Cultural Perspectives in Mental Health
- Psychological perspective emphasizes the individual's experience of nonbiological suffering, which cannot be addressed by medication alone.
- Cultural perspective highlights the impact of belief systems on treatment acceptance; for instance, clients skeptical of psychotropic medications may refuse prescriptions.
- Social perspective examines how shared beliefs in societies affect mental health treatment, focusing on the prevalence of counseling versus medication for children.
Integration of Knowledge in Psychopharmacology
- Advocates for an integrated approach that combines scientific, cultural, social, and psychological perspectives to enhance understanding in psychopharmacology.
- Importance of collaboratively understanding the meaning and implications of psychotropic medication for clients, especially in families with spiritual beliefs against its use.
Pharmaceutical Industry and Legal Issues
- Rising scrutiny of the pharmaceutical industry related to illegal practices and deceptive marketing, with significant lawsuits highlighting unethical behavior.
- Example of Massachusetts' lawsuit against Janssen for misleading marketing of resperidone, resulting in a $158 million settlement.
- Between 2004-2011, the U.S. recovered nearly $8 billion from pharmaceutical companies for promoting drugs for unauthorized uses.
Word Magic and Its Impact
- The concept of "word magic" is introduced: the manipulation of language to create illusions of certainty and control in complex situations.
- Historical examples include political uses of language during "red scares" and witch hunts, showcasing the power of language in shaping perceptions and societal reactions.
Case Study: Lawrence's Treatment Journey
- Lawrence, a bright but isolated individual, struggles with anxiety and developing a social phobia after losing maternal support during critical developmental stages.
- Initial treatment involved the antidepressant bupropion; symptoms worsened leading to medication reassessment by his psychiatrist.
- Final treatment included lithium (lithobid) after discontinuing previous medications, demonstrating the need for careful clinical evaluation and adaptation to individual needs.
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