Why Medications Help
Medications help correct this kind of imbalance in the brain.
What is a chemical imbalance?
This category of medication is used to reduce symptoms of depression and anxiety.
What are antidepressants?
Medications can help people think more ___.
What is clearly?
This common side effect can make people feel more tired than usual.
What is drowsiness?
This tool helps people organize their medication by day or time.
What is a pill organizer?
Taking medication can help people experience symptoms less often or less ___.
What is intensely?
This type of medication helps manage extreme mood swings, especially in bipolar disorder.
What are mood stabilizers?
One major benefit of taking medication regularly is that it helps prevent this from returning.
What are severe symptoms?
Drinking plenty of water and eating fiber can help with this digestive side effect.
What is constipation?
One strategy for remembering medication is placing the bottle next to this common morning appliance.
What is a coffeepot?
Medications can improve sleep by making it easier to do this.
What is fall asleep and sleep restfully?
These medications reduce symptoms like hallucinations and delusions.
What are antipsychotics?
Some medications work within days, while others may take this long to show full effects.
What is a few weeks?
Some psychiatric medications can cause weight gain. One way to manage it is by doing this regularly.
What is exercising?
Writing reminders in this type of book or app can help track medication use.
What is a calendar?
Medications can decrease these, which can lead to fewer hospital visits.
What are relapses?
This category of medication is often prescribed for sleep problems and anxiety.
What are anti-anxiety medications or sedatives?
Taking medication can help people better achieve their ___.
What are personal goals?
If a medication causes extreme restlessness, engaging in this type of activity may help.
What is vigorous exercise?
Some people find it helpful to take medication at the same time as this daily hygiene activity.
What is brushing their teeth?
Medications are most effective when combined with this type of treatment.
What is therapy or counseling?
Some psychiatric medications can be given in this form, which lasts for weeks.
What are long-acting injectables?
Some people describe their medication as this, acting as a barrier against symptoms.
What is a "safety net"?
People who experience muscle stiffness should do this.
If someone keeps forgetting their medication, they might ask this type of person for reminders.
What is a family member or supporter?