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A type of medication that is used to treat depression; it is also sometimes used to treat autism
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When were tricyclic antidepressants discovered?
Since their discovery in the 1950s, tricyclic antidepressants have been used to treat mental depression.
Can marijuana be used for treatment for autistic kids?
Marijuana does not treat autism. If you were to attempt to treat autism with marijuana, that would be both illegal and unsuccessful.
What are SSRI antidepressants?
Antidepressant Drugs.SSRIs are prescribed primarily to treat mental depression
What helps with retrograde ejaculation?
antidepressants may help to treat retrograde ejaculation.
Can obesity in mothers lead to autism in children?
No, obesity in mothers cannot lead to autism in children. Although we don't know the exact causes of autism it is largely due to genetic factors and genetic mutation, there is some evidence to link certain environmental factors such as use of certain antidepressants with autism but it's not conclusive. There is nothing to suggest obesity in the mother would lead to autism in her child.
Can antidepressants treat anxiety?
Some antidepressants have anti-anxiety effects as well. Prescriptions are based on the individual, the reason for the anxiety diagnosis, and the physician's consideration of what medication is indicated.
Which medications are taken for narcolepsy?
Medications include antidepressants (tricyclic antidepressants or SSRIs) treat cataplexy, hypnagogic hallucinations, sleep paralysis and stimulants (amphetamines) may increase alertness.
How should a person act around someone that has Autism?
You should act quite normal, like you treat anyoneelse, the person with autism will probably know no difference.
What type of doctor works with children with autism?
A GP (general practitioner), pediatrician, or psychologist where they can discuss and maybe treat your son's or daughter's condition. DAN (Defeat Autism Now) Doctors from the ARI (Autistic Research Institute) can help treat children with autism.
What are some examples of psychotropics?
There are three categories of Psychotropics - Antipsychotic Medication, Antidepressants and Antianxiety Drugs. Antipsychotic Medication generally treat symptoms of hallucinations, examples for this kind of drug are Haldol and Thorazine. Prozac and Lexapro belong to the group of Antidepressants and treat depressions. Examples for the last group Antianxiety Drugs are Serax and Valium.
What skills are perfomed by a psychiatrist?
Psychiatrists diagnose mental illnesses and treat them accordingly, often with medications such as antidepressants, mood stabilizers, and stimulants.
What does MAOI stand for and what does it do?
Monoamine oxidase inhibitors, it is a class of antidepressants, used to treat depression and sometimes even anxiety and panic disorders
