Asked by
Robert Phillips
on Nov 07, 2024Verified
Which of the following is true of antianxiety drugs?
A) They are used to treat epilepsy.
B) They depress the central nervous system.
C) They increase the availability of neurotransmitters.
D) They reduce responsiveness to irrelevant stimuli.
Antianxiety Drugs
Medications used to treat and reduce symptoms of anxiety.
Central Nervous System
A network of nerve tissues responsible for regulating body functions, which includes both the brain and the spinal cord.
Neurotransmitters
Chemical substances in the nervous system that transmit signals across a synapse from one neuron to another, involved in virtually every aspect of brain function.
- Comprehend the outcomes associated with the use of antianxiety pharmaceuticals in treating mental disorders, particularly their risk for withdrawal and dependency.
Verified Answer
KA
Learning Objectives
- Comprehend the outcomes associated with the use of antianxiety pharmaceuticals in treating mental disorders, particularly their risk for withdrawal and dependency.