Psychopathology - biological approach to treating OCD Flashcards
1
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what are SSRIs
A
- work on serotonin system
- released in presynaptic neuron and travels across a synapse then to the postsynaptic neurone and then broken down and reused
- prevent the reabsorption and breakdown which increases the levels of serotonin in the synapse and stimulate the neurone
2
Q
what are the alternatives to the SSRIs
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Tricyclics
SNRIs
3
Q
what are the strengths of drug therapy
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Soomro et al (2009)
- reviewwed 17 studies that compared SSRIs to placebos in the treatment of OCD
- all studies showed better outcomes for SSRIs
- SSRIs reduce 70 % symptoms
Cost-effective and non-disruptive
- individuals can return to the workplace
- cheap and can be utilised easily by the public health system
4
Q
what are the limitations of drug therapy
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Serious side effects
- can be temporary but also distressing
- help most people but some have side effects and can be serious
- some side effects have a long lasting effect
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