Antipsychotic Drugs

question 11

Multiple Choice

Antipsychotic drugs

• A) tend to produce an immediate, but short-lasting, effect.
• B) are effective for only a small minority of psychotic patients.
• C) are often prescribed even for individuals who have no psychotic disorder.
• D) gradually reduce psychotic symptoms such as hallucinations and delusions.

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Definitions:

Brainstem

The part of the brain connecting the spinal cord with the forebrain, responsible for controlling life-sustaining functions such as breathing and heart rate.

Amygdala

A set of small, almond-shaped clusters of nuclei located deep within the temporal lobes of the brain, playing a key role in processing emotions.

Hippocampus

A major component of the brain in humans and other vertebrates, crucial for memory formation and spatial navigation.

Brain Scan

Techniques in medical imaging, including MRI or CT scans, are employed to depict the anatomy and functionality of the brain.