Medications Flashcards
(10 cards)
What are the main classes of psychotropic medications?
Antidepressants, antipsychotics, anxiolytics, mood stabilizers, and stimulants.
True or False: Antidepressants are primarily used to treat anxiety disorders.
False
Fill in the blank: ________ are used to manage symptoms of schizophrenia and other psychotic disorders.
Antipsychotics
Which class of psychotropic medications is commonly prescribed for bipolar disorder?
Mood stabilizers
Multiple Choice: Which of the following is an example of an anxiolytic? A) Sertraline B) Diazepam C) Lithium
B) Diazepam
Short Answer: Name one common type of stimulant medication.
Methylphenidate
True or False: Mood stabilizers can be used to treat depression.
True
What is the primary use of antipsychotic medications?
To treat symptoms of schizophrenia and other severe mental disorders.
Fill in the blank: Stimulants are often prescribed for ________ disorder.
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity
Which class of medication is typically the first line treatment for major depressive disorder?
Antidepressants