Antidepressants
How long does it take for antidepressants to start working?
4-6 weeks
What are mood stabilizers used to treat?
Bipolar disorder
Name one mental health condition that antipsychotics are used to treat.
Schizophrenia and psychosis
If you stop an SNRI abruptly, what symptoms may occur?
withdrawal symptoms
What do you call a car with a roof that can be folded down?
convertible
Name an example of an SSRI
Lexapro, Prozac, Zoloft, Paxil
What is the most common mood stabilizer?
Lithium
What are the two main categories of antipsychotic medications?
Typical and Atypical Antipsychotics
What vital sign should you check frequently for MAOIs (antidepressant)?
Blood pressure (HTN crisis)
What do you call a car that uses both gasoline and electricity to power its engine?
Hybrid
What are the different types of antidepressants?
SSRIs, SNRIs, TCAs, MAOIs, and atypical antidepressants
What organ excretes lithium?
Kidneys
What are 2 ways you can take or administer your antipsychotic medication?
By injection or by mouth in a pill
What food should be avoided with MAOI’s? Give an example!
Tyramine —> wine, cheese, beer, sausage, salami, pickled foods, and chocolate
Which car company produces the popular "Civic" and "Accord" models?
Honda
What non pharmacological treatments can be used to treat depression?
therapy
What specific symptoms of bipolar disorder does a mood stabilizer treat?
Mania and depression
True or False: Antipsychotic medications can increase your risk for diabetes.
TRUE!
Atypical antipsychotics is most likely to cause what type of disorder/ side effect?
Metabolic —> Weight gain
What does "RPM" stand for in relation to a car's engine performance?
RPM = revolutions per minute
What should someone do if they miss a dose of their antidepressant?
If someone misses a dose of their antidepressant, they should take it as soon as they remember. However, if it's almost time for the next dose, they should skip the missed dose and continue with their regular schedule.
What are 2 symptoms of lithium toxicity?
Nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, thirst, excessive urination, lethargy, tremors, slurred speech
What neurotransmitter (chemical in our brain) is affected by antipsychotic medicines?
Dopamine!
Antipsychotics may cause a side effect called acute dystonia. What is this? (Hint: It’s a muscle side effect)
Severe muscle spasms
What animal is in a Lamborghini's logo?
Bull