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Brain Disorders - definitions

TermDefinition
Schizophrenia Split of loss of reality
Depression Mood disorder characterized by low levels of norepinephrine and serotonin in the CNS
Bipolar Mental health condition characterized by significant mood swings that include emotional highs (mania or hypomania) and lows (depression)
Akinesia Loss of voluntary movement
Akathisia Inability to sit still
Tardive dyskinesia Involuntary repetitive movements, often affecting the face, mouth, and extremities
Extrapyramidal effects A group of symptoms related to motor control that arise from the use of certain medication, particularly antipsychotic drugs
Atypical antipsychotic Antipsychotics that are less likely to cause certain extrapyramidal effects, aka second-generation antipsychotic agents
Typical antipsychotic Considered first-generation antipsychotic agents
Prolong QT An irregular heart rhythm. Patients that take drugs that prolong the QT interval need periodic ECGs and need to be careful with tachycardia
Trismus A condition characterized by the inability to fully open the mouth due to muscle spasm, rigidity, or mechanical obstruction
Sialorrhea Hypersalivation or drooling, the excessive production of saliva or the inability to effectively manage and swallow saliva
Ageusia Complete loss of the sense of taste
GABA (Gamma-Aminobutryic Acid) An inhibitory neurotransmitter that plays a role in mood and stress regulation. Imbalances have been implicated in various psychiatric disorders
Serotonin Neurotransmitter that plays a key role in mood regulation, sleep, appetite, and other physiological processes. Low levels are most commonly associated with depression
SSRIs Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitor
SNRIs Serotonin-Norepinephrine Reuptake Inhibitor
TCAs Tricyclic Antidepressants
MAOIs Monoamine Oxidase Inhibitors
Created by: e.watts
 

 



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