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?

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

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

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

    Which neurotransmitter is targeted by cholinergic medications?

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

    What is the primary medical use of Methylphenidate?

    <p>Managing ADHD</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which class of drugs mimic sympathetic activity?

    <p>Andrenergic drugs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of antidepressants?

    <p>Treating depression</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>Antianxiety medications</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which neurotransmitters are affected by SSRIs and SNRIs?

    <p>Serotonin and norepinephrine</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary use of Phenelzine?

    <p>Treating depression and anxiety</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>Decreases blood pressure</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>Increased risk of seizures</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which neurotransmitters does Amphetamine primarily increase in the synaptic cleft?

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

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

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

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

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

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