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Vance’s therapist believes Vance is psychotic. From which of the following medications would he most likely believe Vance would benefit?
(A) L-Dopa
(B) neuroleptics
(C) benzodiazepines
(D) SSRIs
(E) lithium
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(B) neuroleptics
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Explanation
Neuroleptics are commonly prescribed to treat schizophrenia, the most common psychotic disorder. L-Dopa is used to treat Parkinson’s disease and would likely have an adverse effect on Vance since it would lead to an increase in dopamine and an excess of dopamine is a hypothesized cause of schizophrenia. Benzodiazepines are commonly used to treat anxiety. SSRIs (serotonin selective reuptake inhibitors) are used to treat major depressive disorder, and lithium is used to treat the manic phase of bipolar disorder.
Posted : 14/05/2024 4:39 pm