The vignette follows a woman from childhood to an older age. This case study encompasses all of the material from this text including the prevalent policy view in the United States. The second article describes the history of the Chemical Dependency Act as it is known in the state of New York. This act would […]
Psychopharmacology What screening tools can be used to affirm your initial diagnosis that a patient may meet the diagnostic criteria for a sleep disorder? Describe the pharmacological actions of non-z sleep medications? What problems can occur when benzodiazepines are used to help with sleep? Responses need to address all components of the question, demonstrate critical […]
Many studies have found that psychotherapy is as effective as psychopharmacology in terms of influencing changes in behaviors, symptoms of anxiety, and changes in mental state. Changes influenced by psychopharmacology can be explained by the biological basis of treatments. But how does psychotherapy achieve these changes? Does psychotherapy share common neuronal pathways with psychopharmacology? Psychotherapy […]
Psychopharmacology & Medication Management in MH Nursing Scenario Jane is 25 years old. She is married and lives with her husband Ross. She works for a banking organisation as the assistant manager in her local branch. She likes to keep active, and tries to follow a healthy lifestyle and diet. Jane has recently been diagnosed […]
Drug Therapies Psychopharmacology is the field of study focused on the use of medications to impact neurological functioning and behaviors. Psychotropic medications, used in consultation with medical professionals, are tools to address the symptoms of major psychiatric disorders. As you learned in your assigned reading from the text in this unit, there are many classes […]
Many studies have found that psychotherapy is as effective as psychopharmacology in terms of influencing changes in behaviors, symptoms of anxiety, and changes in mental state. Changes influenced by psychopharmacology can be explained by the biological basis of treatments. But how does psychotherapy achieve these changes? Does psychotherapy share common neuronal pathways with psychopharmacology? […]
