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The course provided a thorough understanding of the basic mechanisms of neurotransmission, including the different types of neurotransmitters and their functions. The course also explained how psychotropic medications target specific neurotransmitter systems to treat various mental health conditions. For example, selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) are commonly prescribed for depression and anxiety disorders because they increase the availability of serotonin in the brain, a neurotransmitter associated with mood regulation (Hjorth et al., 2021).
The course covered major categories of psychotropic drugs, including antidepressants, antipsychotics, anxiolytics, and mood stabilizers. It explained the rationale for using these medications, their mechanisms of action, and common side effects associated with their use. For example, antipsychotics are used to treat schizophrenia and bipolar disorder because they block dopamine receptors, a neurotransmitter that is overactive in these conditions. At the same time, these drugs can have negative side effects.
The course additionally covered the use of complementary and alternative medications in the treatment of mental health conditions, including herbal remedies and dietary supplements. The course emphasized the importance of evidence-based practice and the need to consider cultural and genetic factors as well as patient values when making treatment decisions. For example, some cultural groups may prefer traditional herbal remedies over prescription medications for the treatment of mental health conditions.
The course also...…medication management for their patients. I will also be able to utilize clinical assessment tools to improve diagnostic accuracy and treatment planning.
Additionally, by learning about complementary and alternative medications, healthcare providers can consider a wider range of treatment options for their patients, while also taking into account cultural and genetic factors, as well as patient values. Bringing research into the practice and providing education to their clients and their families is also a way to improve patient outcomes and enhance patient satisfaction. Knowing ethical and legal considerations related to the pharmacological treatment of mental health patients also enables us to ensure that patients receive the best possible care…
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Hjorth, O. R., Frick, A., Gingnell, M., Hoppe, J. M., Faria, V., Hultberg, S., ... & Furmark, T.
(2021). Expectancy effects on serotonin and dopamine transporters during SSRI treatment of social anxiety disorder: a randomized clinical trial. Translational Psychiatry, 11(1), 1-8.
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