Anti-
Psychotics
Psychotics
These medications are commonly used to reduce hallucinations and delusions.
Antipsychotics
These medications are used to improve mood and decrease symptoms of depression.
Antidepressants
These medications help reduce nervousness, worry, and feelings of anxiety.
Anti-Anxiety Medications
These medications help people fall asleep or stay asleep during the night.
Sleep Medications
What does PRN mean?
Prescribed As Needed
People with _________ are often prescribed medications from this category.
Schizophrenia
These medications often take several __________ before a person notices the full effect.
Weeks
A person experiencing ______ ______ may be prescribed this medication category.
Panic Attacks
People who have ________ may be prescribed this medication category.
Insomnia
True or False: You should stop taking a medication without talking to your doctor if you feel better.
False
A common side effect of medications in this category is
drowsiness or feeling sleepy
People may take these medications for ______, _______, or both.
Depression & anxiety
One common effect of these medications is helping a person feel _______.
These medications are generally taken shortly before ______.
Bedtime
Who should you tell if you think your medication is causing side effects?
A doctor, nurse, or healthcare provider
These medications can help people stay connected to ______ and think more clearly.
Reality
Examples include of this medication ______, _____, _____, and _______.
Zoloft, Prozac, Lexapro, and Cymbalta.
Examples include ______, ______, _____, and _______.
Ativan, Klonopin, Buspar, and Xanax.
Examples include Melatonin, ______, ______, and _____.
Trazodone, Ambien, Restoril
What is a side effect?
An unwanted effect from a medication
Examples of this medication include _________, ________, ________, and _________.
Risperdal, Seroquel, Zyprexa, and Haldol
Someone who feels ______ most days and has lost interest in activities may be prescribed this type of medication.
Sad
Someone experiencing ______ thoughts and excessive ____ may benefit from this medication category.
Racing, Worry
Using healthy ______ habits along with this medication category may improve sleep quality.
Sleep
Name one thing besides medication that can support mental health.
Therapy, groups, exercise, coping skills, talking to others, hobbies, journaling, etc.