symptoms of depression such as a decline in energy‚ loss of interest in enjoyable activities‚ unintentional weight loss‚ and sadness (Jackson and Cates‚ 2016). An appropriate first line medication that could be prescribed is a specific serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) (Jackson and Cates‚ 2016). These medications usually require tapering when starting and stopping the medication. (Jackson and Cates‚ 2016). Furthermore‚ SSRIs are less sedating than many other antidepressants making the class a good
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Before‚ during and after pregnancy moms may have or may experience depression. I have decided to do my research focusing on SSRIs (Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitors) used to improve depression. My preference is to take a holistic approach‚ using natural remedies first and if necessary moving to pharmaceutical drugs. SSRIs are used to help improve depression symptoms and other disorders such as anxiety. Some common drug names of SSRI’s are Citalopram (Celexa)‚ Escitalopram (Lexapro)
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Serotonin: A Classic Neurotransmitter Linked with Many Disorders Serotonin has a range of influences on the neurological and physiological function of the body. It has a significant influence on sensitivity to pain‚ emotionality‚ and a behavioral response to positive and negative consequences. Serotonin‚ along with other major neurotransmitters‚ is also linked with psychotic disorders such as schizophrenia. Serotonin‚ or HT-5‚ also has an effect on sleep‚ eating patterns‚ and thermoregulation
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of people that commit suicide have some form of depression (Barlow‚ 2005). It has been proposed that the causes of major depression include biological‚ psychological and social factors (Santrock‚ 2007)‚ with most biological theories focusing on serotonin‚ noradrenaline and dopamine‚ the monoamine chemicals present in the brain that assist communication between nerve cells. There are several forms of treatment for major depression‚ such as psychotherapy and antidepressants. In people with mild to
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Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) is a disorder in which patients have intrusive thoughts that lead them to do repetitive behaviors to ease their anxiety. Treatment options for Obsessive Compulsive Disorder such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy‚ medication‚ and Psychotherapy can help the person suffering by reducing the frequency of compulsive behaviors. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy‚ also known as CBT‚ is an effective way for treating Obsessive Compulsive Disorder. CBT is the training of a patient’s
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Truth in Ads: Eliquis Truth in Ads: ELIQUIS (apixaban) ELIQUIS (apixaban) is a blood thinner used to reduce the risk of stroke and blood-clots in people who have atrial fibrillation (Afib). Afib is an irregular heartbeat‚ but it can cause blood clots to form. This can result in a stroke according to Eliquis.com (2014). ELIQUIS can play an important role for patients with Afib not caused by a heart valve problem. ELIQUIS can’t regulate irregular heart or treat people who are symptomatic; it can reduce
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PSYCHOACTIVE MEDICATION CLASSIFICATION Student Name__________________________ Clinical Instructor___________________________________ PSYCHOACTIVE MEDICATION CLASSIFICATION: __Selective Seratonin Reuptake Inhibitors___________________________________ Uses in Mental Health | | Therapeutic Actions Expected to be Observed | Should relieve symptoms of major depressive disorder such as ability to once again find pleasure in relationships and daily activities‚ relief from hypersomnia or insomnia
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Psychiatric Disorders‚ Diseases and Drugs Psychiatric Disorders‚ Diseases and Drugs Axia University Instructor: Allen Meyer Date: July 31‚ 2010 Axia University Instructor: Allen Meyer Date: July 31‚ 2010 Avery Paco Avery Paco Schizophrenia‚ emotional disorders‚ Anxiety and Tourette’s syndrome are all classified as psychiatric disorders. There is a thin line between neuropsychological disorders and psychiatric disorders. Though the two types of disorders are a result of a dysfunctional
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Fall 2013 Drug Ed Exam 2 The use of cocaine by members of the general public in Europe was initially in the form of coca powder. pills. drinks‚ such as coca wine. cigarettes. Dr. W. S. Halsted‚ the "father of American surgery‚" experimented with cocaine’s ability to produce dependence. a deep sleep. psychosis. local anesthesia. Which famous physician studied cocaine as a treatment for morphine dependence and depression? Benjamin Rush Sigmund Freud Johns Hopkins Parke Davis
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on the receiving neuron. 9. Reuptake: Remaining neurotransmitter molecules in the synaptic gap gets taken back up by the sending neuron. 10. Describe how an SSRI antidepressant medication works. SSRI stands for selection serotonin reuptake inhibitor. The antidepressant Selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRI) works by slowing the reuptake of the neurotransmitter serotonin in the brain. The increased level‚ of the naturally occurring chemical serotonin‚ in the synaptic gap is known to
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to have a high affinity for serotonin receptors including the 5-HT2A‚ 5-HT2C‚ and 5-HT7 receptor subtypes as well as the α2-adrenoceptor [5][6]. Studies have been conflicting as to which receptors cyclobenzaprine specifically binds‚ but the result is an increase in norepinephrine and decrease in serotonin reuptake. In linking multiple studies‚ it could be hypothesized that cyclobenzaprine acts on the serotonin receptors antagonistically thus decreasing serotonin reuptake. It could also bind to the
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Causes and Treatment of Panic Attacks Rosendo Rodriguez Liberty University Abstract It is necessary to first understand what anxiety disorder is in order to understand more easily what and how panic attacks occur in an individual. Anxiety is a normal reaction to different situations of life. However‚ when it comes as chronic or excessive it becomes a disease that prevents the normal functioning of a person. The anxiety symptoms are a response to a situation that is interpreted
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Psychological Disorder Analysis University of Phoenix 9/4/2011   Marla is a 42 year old female who suffers from Dysthymic Disorder. Her symptoms have been trouble sleeping during the night‚ feeling “Jumpy†and having difficulty concentrating. Her symptoms are vague and could fit several many mental psychological disorders such as post traumatic stress or anxiety. My suspicion however‚ based on her difficulty concentrating‚points me towards Dysthymic disorder. I suspect
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changes associated with aging‚ such as decreased hepatic metabolism and decreased renal function‚ decreases medication tolerance in older adults. Hyponatremia is seen in about 10% of elderly taking antidepressants‚ particularly with selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) (Weis‚ 2011). Furthermore‚ the increased permeability of the blood-brain barrier‚ as well as the decrease in cholinergic receptors‚ increases anticholinergic symptoms which is not well tolerated by the elderly (Drug.com‚ n
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Obsessive Compulsive Disorder is a neuropsychiatric disorder characterized by intrusive thoughts that fuel fear‚ leading to increased anxiety and eventual compulsive reactions. Both adults and children that suffer with OCD‚ are often aware that their thoughts and behaviors are irrational‚ however‚ the impulse to perform the compulsive ritual to relieve the anxiety of the obsessive thought‚ is too powerful for them to ignore. The cycle of anxiety‚ obsessive thoughts‚ and compulsive reactions‚ becomes
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SSRI / selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor set and is majorly instructed & prescribed for the treatment of obsessive-compulsive syndrome‚ panic‚ social anxiety‚ post-traumatic stress disorders and depression. The major element Paroxetine Hydrochloride is an advantageous psychotropic drug and the efficiency level is linked to the effective inhibition of the neuronal reuptake of serotonin. The survey report states that it is unrelated in structure wise to other serotonin reuptake inhibitors or available
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Depression 1 Running head: CAUSES‚ SYMPTOMS‚ & TREATMENT OF DEPRESSION Causes‚ Symptoms and Treatment of Depression Stacey Benson Faulkner State Community College Depression 2 Causes‚ Symptoms‚ & Treatment of Depression Do you ever feel sad‚ lonely‚ hopeless‚ or suicidal? According to the National Institute of Mental Health website‚ Depression is the leading cause for mental disability in the U.S. for ages 15-44. Depressionpreception.com states that
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Dysthymic depression also known as persistent and dysthymia depression is a consistent long-term depression that seems to have no end. In adults the symptoms must last between two and three years‚ but in children the symptoms must only occur for a year to be treated. Dysthymic depression is most common in women rather that men. It can affect up to 4% of the American population‚ but only 1% will get the help that they need. This type of depression mostly begins around the age of 21 and older but can
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Depression By: Shelly McNalley Introduction to Anthropology‚ Psychology‚ and Sociology Teacher: Michelle Sharpe May 22‚ 2013 Depression I. What is Depression? II. Signs and Symptoms of Depression a. Feelings of helplessness and hopelessness b. Loss of interest in daily activities c. Appetite or weight changes d. Sleep changes e. Anger or irritability f. Loss of energy g. Self-loathing h. Reckless behavior i. Concentration problems
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drugs called Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitors. It was approved by the Food and Drug Administration in the United States on August 2002 (Expert Reviews Ltd‚ 2003). Lexapro is used to treat adults and adolescents 12 to 17 years of age who have been diagnosed with Major Depressive Disorder. It has also been approved to treat adults suffering from Generalized Anxiety Disorder (Brown University Child & Adolescent Psychopharmacology Update‚ 2012). It works by blocking the reuptake of the neurotransmitter
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