Mental Health Medications

Course overview

A variety of medications are used to treat the symptoms of mental disorders such as schizophrenia, depression, bipolar disorder, anxiety disorders, and attention deficit-hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). Sometimes medications are used in combination with other treatments such as psychotherapy. This guide describes the types of medications used to treat mental disorders, side effects of medications, directions for taking medications, potential interactions with other drugs, and warnings about medications from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). Also included are alphabetical lists of medications arranged by trade and generic names with the FDA-approved ages for each. 2008 | 24 pages | 12 posttest questions | Course #10-22