Atypical Antipsychotics Are More Commonly Used Today Than Ever Before

question 68

Multiple Choice

Atypical antipsychotics are more commonly used today than ever before because they

• A) are not addictive.
• B) work more quickly than the typical antipsychotics.
• C) produce no side effects.
• D) may effectively treat both positive and negative symptoms of schizophrenia.

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Definitions:

Depressive Disorders

A set of disorders characterized by depressed mood and/or anhedonia (and not mania).

Distinguishes

Sets apart or identifies as different or unique through comparison or analysis.

Theories

Systematically organized sets of concepts that explain phenomena observed in the natural or social worlds.

Brain Abnormalities

Structural or functional deviations in the brain from the expected normal configuration, which can be associated with various neurological or psychological conditions.