Meghan Has Been Taking Medication for Panic Disorder

question 180

Multiple Choice

Meghan has been taking medication for panic disorder. After a while, she decides she wants to try not taking the medication anymore. Her psychiatrist takes her off the medication. However, within a week or two, Meghan's panic attacks are worse than before and she is experiencing intense withdrawal symptoms. Which of the following drugs was Meghan was likely taking?

• A)Lithium
• B)Prozac
• C)Xanax
• D)Depakote

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Definitions:

Conditioned Response

A learned response to a previously neutral stimulus that has become associated with an unconditioned stimulus through classical conditioning.

Reinforcement

In behavioral psychology, a procedure or consequence that strengthens behavior or increases the likelihood of its recurrence.

Punishment

A consequence applied with the intention of reducing the occurrence of a certain behavior.

Behavior Occurring

the manifestation or action of a specific behavior in a particular context or environment.