Psych 181 Ch 15

This is the study of the effects of drugs on mind and behavior.

psychopharmacology

Antidepressants work by increasing the availability of:

norepinephrine or serotonin.

Brian has suffered from severe, unremitting depression for almost two decades. He has tried therapy, numerous psychotropic medications, and electroconvulsive therapy. Nothing has helped. What is the likelihood that he might respond to deep brain stimulation?

There is a chance this treatment will be effective.

Which individual is MOST likely to benefit from the use of lithium?

Miranda, who experiences periods of extreme sadness, followed by episodes of optimistic overexcitement

Although developed to treat depression, antidepressants have also proven successful in treating _____disorders.

anxiety

The biopsychosocial approach relies on the perspective that:

changing one's lifestyle will change one's internal experience.

A _____ psychologist is MOST likely to advocate for a walkable environment in his or her city to promote physical and mental wellness.

community

Unlike _____, which may cause seizures and memory loss, _____ has no side effects other than maybe a headache.

electroconvulsive therapy; repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation

Brent suffers from depression. While he consistently attends work and meets family responsibilities, he suffers from negative mood and a sense of hopelessness. What option has the least possible side effects and risks?

exercise

Antidepressant drugs have a different effect on mild versus severe depression because:

people with mild depression are likely to spontaneously improve.

One year ago Margo lost everything in a devastating flood. Although she is not entirely back on her feet, Margo finds more meaning in her life than she ever has. Margo's example BEST illustrates:

posttraumatic growth

Seven months ago, Quinn witnessed the gruesome murder of a close friend. Although many people expected him to suffer from this, he seems to have had the opposite reaction. He has a greater appreciation for life, his relationships with his family has become more meaningful, and he has become more involved in his faith. Quinn's response is known as:

posttraumatic growth.

Identifying and eliminating the socially stressful conditions that contribute to psychological disorders is of MOST central interest to the advocates of _____ mental health.

preventive