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New psychoactive drugs.

J B Murray

    Genetic, Social, and General Psychology Monographs
    |November 1, 1985
    PubMed
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    Psychologists encounter numerous psychoactive drugs impacting patient behavior. This review details their effects on the brain and nervous system, updating a previous 1978 analysis.

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    Area of Science:

    • Psychology
    • Neuroscience
    • Psychopharmacology

    Background:

    • Psychologists frequently encounter patients prescribed psychoactive medications.
    • Previous reviews of psychoactive drugs for psychologists were published in 1978.
    • The range of available psychoactive drugs has significantly increased since the last review.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To summarize the impact of current psychoactive drugs on the brain and nervous system.
    • To describe the behavioral effects of these medications on patients.
    • To provide an updated resource for psychologists regarding psychotropic medications.

    Main Methods:

    • Literature review of psychoactive drugs.
    • Analysis of pharmacological effects on the central nervous system.

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  • Synthesis of research on behavioral outcomes associated with medication use.

    • Main Results:

    • The variety of psychoactive drugs has expanded considerably.
    • Detailed summaries of drug impacts on neurological and systemic functions are presented.
    • Observed behavioral changes in patients undergoing pharmacotherapy are described.

    Conclusions:

    • An updated understanding of psychoactive drugs is crucial for psychologists.
    • Knowledge of drug mechanisms and effects aids in patient treatment and management.
    • This review serves as a current guide to psychotropic medications and their clinical relevance.