Tricyclic Antidepressants Work by

question 127

Multiple Choice

Tricyclic antidepressants work by

• A) blocking the action-potential of the neuron.
• B) blocking the reuptake of neurotransmitters in the brain
• C) facilitating the reuptake of norepinephrine.
• D) facilitating the reuptake of serotonin.

Identify the most effective treatment options for depressive, anxiety, and psychotic disorders in older adults.

Recognize the significance of non-pharmacological treatments for older adults and the reasons for their preference.

Understand the concept and implications of neurocognitive disorders, including their causes and symptoms.

Distinguish between different types of dementias and their primary impact areas in the brain.

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Definitions:

Autoeroticism

The practice of achieving sexual pleasure through stimulation of one's own body.

Penial-vaginal Intercourse

A sexual encounter characterized by the penis being inserted into the vagina.

Genital Thrusting

A sexual behavior involving the rhythmic motion of the pelvis, often associated with the act of intercourse or sexual excitement.

Interfemoral Intercourse

Movement of the penis between the partner’s thighs.