Anxiety
GAD, OCD, panic disorder, PTSD, SAD
What is an example of an SSRI
citalopram, escitalopram, fluvoxamine, paroxetine, fluoxetine, sertraline
Antidepressants work right when you start taking them.
False, it generally takes 1-2 weeks to start seeing the effects of antidepressants. It usually takes 4-6 weeks before these medications have their maximum anti-depressing effect and 6-8 weeks for their maximum anti-anxiety effect.
What are some potential side effects of antidepressants?
Early side effects: nausea, diarrhea, constipation, stomach upset, increased anxiety/agitation, sleep changes
Later side effects: weight change, sexual dysfunction, headache
Which grow faster, toenails or fingernails?
Fingernails
What is the difference between anxiety and an anxiety disorder?
Occasional anxiety in response to stress is a normal part of life, but anxiety disorders involve more than just temporary worry or fear. Anxiety disorders involve long-term and often overwhelming anxiety.
Which chemicals in the brain can antidepressants increase?
Serotonin, norepinephrine, and dopamine
Antihistamines can be used to treat allergies, anxiety, and insomnia
True, antidepressants can have numerous effects which can be beneficial for various diseases
If an antidepressant causes upset stomach, what strategy can you use to manage this side effect?
Take the medication with food
Which was the first animated character to receive a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame?
Mickey Mouse
What drug class is considered first line for anxiety disorders?
Antidepressants (specifically SSRIs and other newer antidepressants)
Beside medication, what else can be used to help treat depression?
therapy, exercise, meditation, coping strategies
You only need to taper off antidepressants if you have been on the medication for several months
What are some common side effects of benzodiazepines?
Drowsiness, dizziness, changes in memory, confusion, light-headedness, slurred speech, unsteadiness
What color is a giraffe's tongue?
Black, scientists think that this is so they don’t get sunburnt while they eat.
benzodiazepines (eg. alprazolam, clonazepam, lorazepam)
What is an example of an antidepressant that is not an SSRI?
nortriptyline, amitriptyline, duloxetine, venlafaxine, desvenlafaxine, mirtazapine, bupropion (several others)
Prazosin is a medication that can treat high blood pressure and can help with nightmares
True, this drug has been shown to help reduce nightmares in those with PTSD
What are some side effects from antihistamines used for anxiety?
Sedation, dry mouth, dry eyes, constipation
What is North Dakota's official drink?
Milk
What types of medication can help with the physical symptoms of anxiety but do not help with the psychological signs like increased worrying?
Beta blockers (like propranolol) and other medications like clonidine.
What is antidepressant withdrawal syndrome?
If an antidepressant is stopped suddenly, it can cause a form of withdrawal with potential symptoms of lightheadedness, uneasy feeling, sleep difficulty, flu-like symptoms, sweating, headaches. It can occur within days of stopping the antidepressant and can take weeks to go away.
Benzodiazepines (like alprazolam, clonazepam, lorazepam, etc.) are not helpful for treating PTSD
True, benzos are not recommended in PTSD because these medications have not been shown to be effective in treating PTSD symptoms
Beta blockers (like propranolol) can cause what types of side effects?
Decreased heart rate, feeling dizzy, tiredness
What is the only bird that is able to fly backwards?
Hummingbirds