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| Which neurotransmitter is increased in schizophrenia? |
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Definition
| dopamine, and so many drugs target the lowering of dopamine. |
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| What are negative symptoms? |
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Definition
Normal behaviors that are missing:
Loss of interest in everyday activities
Lack of emotion
Inability to plan or carry out activities
Poor hygiene
Social withdrawal
Loss of motivation
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| What are positive symptoms? |
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Definition
Hallucinations
Delusions
Thought Disorders
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Name some medicaitons that can cause psyhotic symptoms
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Definition
There are a bunch:
Amphetamines
Methampetamine
Cocaine
PCP
Dopamine Agonists used for Parkinson's disease
Steroids
Stimulants
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