Professor Rodgers, When one has a major depressive disorder they can exhibit several behaviors such as depressed mood, feel guilt or shame, suicidal thoughts or self-neglect, low self-esteem, loneliness, negative outlook on everything. They can also show fatigue, sleeping problems, appetite increase or decrease, loss of sex drive and mental and physical slowing down or agitated. There are a few treatments for this disorder such as psychotherapy, antidepressant medications, electroconvulsive treatment (ECT), and other somatic therapies. One of the most recognized drugs used to treat MDD is Cymbalta. Cymbalta is used to help regain chemical balance in the brain that is thought to cause MDD. This medication is taken orally and
Of these different options, medications and therapy are the most commonly chosen route to take by people who have the illness. For medication, certain medications will try to affect the balance of serotonin or norepinephrine. Others will try to regulate the amount of dopamine in the brain. All of these are affected by neurotransmitters, which are located in the brain, and affect a person’s moods. Those that affect the amount of serotonin in the brain are commonly called SSRIs, or selective serotonin re-uptake inhibitors. Popular brand names are Zoloft, Prozac, and Paxil
Risperidone is benzisoxazole derivatives of antipsychotic properties due to its high antagonistic effect on serotonin-5HT2 and dopamine-D2 receptors that magnifies its action in treatment of positive and negative schizophrenia with less extrapyramidal side effects and relapse probability (Rainer, 2008). Chemically it is C23H27FN4O2 (Bladania et al., 2008) (Figure 1). It is a weak base that is practically water insoluble, the solubility is pH dependent, it is highly soluble at acidic pH with significant decrease as pH increases up to pH 6.8 with minimum solubility at pH 8 (Saibi et al., 2012). Its bioavailability is about 70% with high protein binding ability (88%). It is extremely metabolized in liver to the active metabolite 9-hydroxyrisperidone
Clozapine is a type of medicine known as atypical antipsychotic. Clozapine works in the brain, where it affects a neurotransmitter called dopamine. Neurotransmitters are chemicals stored in nerve cells, and are involved in transmitting messages between the nerve cells.
Drugs that are depressants include Zyprexa, Seroquel and Haldol, are known as major tranquilizers or antipsychotics, they reduce the symptoms of mental illness. Some other depressants, such as Amytal, Numbutal and Seconal, are classed as barbiturate, which are used as sedatives and sleeping pills. Depressants have the effect of feelings of well-being, lowered inhibition, slowed thinking, slowed muscular activity,a distorted view of the world, or hallucinations Depressants act on the brain by affecting the neurotransmitter GABA. By increasing GABA and inhibit brain activity,they produce a drowsy or calming effect beneficial to those suffering from anxiety or sleep
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Some additional medications used for the treatment of mood disorders include anticonvulsants, Monoamine Oxidase Inhibitors (MOAIs), and Lithium. Each type of medications has their own side effects that need to be
normalize the abnormal low levels of brain chemicals for those who suffer from MDD. On the
With an estimated 9.3% of Americans currently living with major depression or bipolar disorder, according to the NIMH, the safety of antidepressant drugs is at the forefront of many pharmaceutical discussions. At present, the most common drugs used to treat the debilitating lethargy, anxiety, and fatigue often associated with major depression fall into three key categories based upon mechanism of action: SSRIs, Tricyclics, and MAOIs. Since major depression and bipolar disorder are characterized by imbalances of certain chemicals within the brain, prescription medications are often the best way of relieving the symptoms of these disorders. As with any medication, antidepressants carry risks of side-effects, which usually relate to the drug
I have increased to the 40mg dosage of the Cymbalta and am seeing greater progress during my work hardening sessions with Michael Caruso. He mentioned this afternoon that the restriction in my shoulder had eased slightly and I was gaining greater mobility. However, I am experiencing many of the side effects that we knew might be occur such as a change in consciousness and having to read a document a couple times for comprehension, trouble remaining asleep, feeling lightheaded and very fatigued, and decreased appetite.
It is used in treating bipolar disorder and schizophrenia, but it can be used in other depressive disorders also like obsessive compulsive disorders and some kind of irritability which is related to autism.
Some of the most common antidepressants include Prozac, Celexa, Zoloft, Paxil, Remeron and Effexor, these come capsules or tablets, studies show that the effects of these drugs can include: Nervousness and anxiety, Insomnia, Irritability, Violent thoughts and actions, Agitation, Hostility, Suicidal thoughts or suicide, Tremors, Irregular heartbeat, Aggression, Confusion and incoherent thoughts, Paranoia, Hallucinations, Psychosis,
Many issues have come about when treating major depressive disorder. One problem is that many patients with this severe illness are unresponsive to medications and psychotherapy. When treating a patient with major depressive disorder, finding an effective treatment plan is crucially important especially when many patients with this disorder are unresponsive to medications and psychotherapy. Many psychologists treat major depressive disorder, MDD, with a combination of SSRIs, selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors, and psychotherapy techniques such as cognitive behavioral therapy or psychodynamic therapy. Beidel, Bulik, and Stanley (2014) state that the most common medications used for treatment are monoamine oxidase inhibitors, MAOs, Tricyclics,
All of these factors, although there is no certain cause, contribute to the development of the Dysthymia Disorder, or also known as Persistent Depressive Disorder. The good thing about Dysthymia Disorder is that there are different types of treatment; medications, therapy, and changes in one’s lifestyle. Medications a doctor might prescribe antidepressants that are fit for that person such as, Fluoxetine, Zoloft, Amitriptyline, Amoxapine, as well as serotonin inhibitors such as Duloxetine. One might need to try different medications before they find one that is right for them. Therapy is another great treatment for Dysthymia Disorder. A therapist can help someone with Dysthymia Disorder cope with their emotions, understand them, adjust to a change in their life, encourage positive thoughts, and help show someone a healthy way to express their emotions. Another suggested treatment for someone with Dysthymia Disorder is lifestyle changes, this condition is long-lasting so changes in one’s lifestyle could help them better cope with their disorder. Some examples of lifestyle changes are exercising at least 3 times per week, eating a healthy diet that if fit for a person’s weight, avoiding depressants such as drugs and alcohol, picking up a hobby, and meditating to relax the mind. If these do not work for someone and they are having a difficult time coping with Dysthymia they should call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at