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1
The control of psychological disorders through drugs works by altering the operation of neurons in the brain. Some drugs operate by __________ neurotransmitters or receptor neurons, thus reducing activity at particular synapses, the sites where nerve impulses travel from one neuron to another. Other drugs do just the opposite.
A)stimulating
B)inhibiting
C)adding
D)None of these.
2
Today, _____________ is the preferred treatment for most cases of severely abnormal behavior, and, as such, is used for most patients hospitalized with psychological disorders.
A)psychotherapy
B)electroconvulsive therapy
C)drug therapy
D)group therapy
3
St. John's wort:
A)is a dietary supplement.
B)is available without a prescription.
C)is generally ineffective in the treatment of depression.
D)All of these.
4
Antianxiety drugs reduce the level of anxiety a person experiences and increase feelings of:
A)self-esteem.
B)well-being.
C)competence.
D)irrationality.
5
Which of the following drugs can be a preventive treatment blocking future episodes of the disorder it treats?
A)Prozac
B)Xanax
C)Risperdole
D)Lithium
6
_______________ has been found to be effective in relieving the symptoms of depression in a number of controlled experiments.
A)Psychosurgery
B)Electroconvulsive therapy
C)Transcranial magnetic stimulation
D)None of these.
7
Which of the following steps should one follow in choosing the right therapist?
A)You should feel comfortable with your therapist.
B)Your therapist should have appropriate training and credentials.
C)You should feel that you are making progress after therapy begins.
D)All of these.





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