Which of the Following Is a True Statement Regarding SSRIs

question 23

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is a true statement regarding SSRIs?

• A) They have milder side effects than other antidepressants.
• B) They are more likely to cause death in overdose.
• C) There is a long lag time of 3-4 weeks.
• D) The medication needs adjustment frequently.

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Definitions:

Temporal Lobes

The lobes that are involved in the reception and interpretation of auditory information; they contain the primary auditory cortex, Wernicke’s area, and the temporal association areas.

Prefrontal Lobotomy

A surgical procedure once used to treat mental disorders, involving the removal or destruction of part of the prefrontal cortex, now largely discredited due to severe side effects.

Electroconvulsive Therapy

Electroconvulsive Therapy (ECT) is a psychiatric treatment in which seizures are electrically induced in patients to provide relief from mental disorders.

Trephining

An ancient medical practice that involves drilling or scraping a hole into the human skull to treat health issues or release pressure.