Rebecca's Mother Suffers from Frequent Panic Attacks

question 80

Multiple Choice

Rebecca's mother suffers from frequent panic attacks.The doctor has prescribed Xanax (a depressant drug that reduces anxiety and induces relaxation) .Xanax is classified as a(n)

• A)stimulant.
• B)tranquilizer.
• C)opiate.
• D)hallucinogen.

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Definitions:

Suicide Rates

The number of suicide deaths in a given population and time period, often expressed per 100,000 individuals per year.

Interpersonal Therapy

A short-term form of psychotherapy that focuses on improving interpersonal relationships and communication patterns to alleviate mental health issues.

Antidepressant Medication

Drugs prescribed to relieve symptoms of depression by adjusting the levels of neurotransmitters in the brain.

Anomic Suicide

A concept developed by Emile Durkheim describing a type of suicide that occurs when an individual feels disconnected from society's norms and values.