1-92Today Physicians Occasionally Prescribe Amphetamines for Which of the Following

question 36

Multiple Choice

1-92.Today physicians occasionally prescribe amphetamines for which of the following reasons?

• A)Weight gain.
• B)Staying awake,such as to drive or study.
• C)Treating narcolepsy.
• D)Treating depression in children.

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Definitions:

PTSD

Posttraumatic Stress Disorder, a mental health condition triggered by experiencing or witnessing a traumatic event, characterized by flashbacks, nightmares, and severe anxiety.

Stress Hormones

Biological compounds, like cortisol and adrenaline, released in response to stress that prepare the body for a fight or flight response.

Limbic System

A complex system of nerves and networks in the brain, involved in emotions and drive, including fear and pleasure.

PTSD

Post-traumatic stress disorder represents a psychiatric condition initiated by the experience or observation of a frightening event, with key features including profound anxiety, nightmares, and flashbacks.