Psychopharmacology Review: MAOIs, Alpha Blockers, and Tricyclic Antidepressants

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What is the primary purpose of antipsychotic medications?

To treat bipolar disorder

To treat attention deficit hyperactivity disorder

To treat anxiety disorders

To treat psychotic disorders like schizophrenia (correct)

Which of the following is a common mood stabilizer used to treat bipolar disorder?

Methylphenidate

Lithium (correct)

Amphetamine

Aripiprazole

Which type of medication is typically used to treat ADHD?

Mood stabilizers

Stimulant medications (correct)

Antipsychotic medications

Antidepressants

What is the primary purpose of defense mechanisms in psychology?

To protect a person from anxiety arising from unacceptable thoughts or feelings Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is an example of an unhealthy defense mechanism?

Denial Signup and view all the answers

Which neurotransmitter is targeted by cholinergic medications?

Acetylcholine Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary medical use of Methylphenidate?

Managing ADHD Signup and view all the answers

Which class of drugs mimic sympathetic activity?

Andrenergic drugs Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of antidepressants?

Treating depression Signup and view all the answers

Which type of medications are commonly used to reduce symptoms of anxiety disorders?

Antianxiety medications Signup and view all the answers

Which neurotransmitters are affected by SSRIs and SNRIs?

Serotonin and norepinephrine Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary use of Phenelzine?

Treating depression and anxiety Signup and view all the answers

What effect does alpha-adrenergic blockage have on blood pressure?

Decreases blood pressure Signup and view all the answers

What is a potential complication when combining Amphetamine with MAO inhibitors?

Increased risk of seizures Signup and view all the answers

Which neurotransmitters does Amphetamine primarily increase in the synaptic cleft?

Dopamine and norepinephrine Signup and view all the answers

What class of drugs are Monoamine Oxidase Inhibitors (MAOIs) commonly known for?

Antidepressants Signup and view all the answers

Which medication is a tricyclic antidepressant mainly used in the treatment of depression?

Imipramine Signup and view all the answers

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