Side effects of tricyclic antidepressants include
a. weight loss.
b. excessive urination.
c. sexual dysfunction.
d. insomnia.
Question 2The therapeutic effects of tricyclic antidepressants begin
a. immediately.
b. within 24 hours.
c. 2 to 8 weeks after starting the medication.
d. 3 months after starting the medication.
Question 3The following types of medications are all used to treat depression EXCEPT
a. SSRIs.
b. mixed reuptake inhibitors.
c. MAO inhibitors.
d. GABA inhibitors.
Question 4With regard to social support,
a. having one close friend did not affect recovery from depression.
b. having social support helped speed recovery from depressive episodes.
c. having social support had no effect in China.
d. having too much social support actually overwhelmed patients and worsened their depression in some cases.
Question 5The antidepressant medications known as imipramine (Tofranil) and amitriptyline (Elavil) are included in the class of drugs called
a. SSRIs.
b. tricyclics.
c. MAO inhibitors.
d. tranquilizers.
Question 6Which of the following factors contribute to the integrative theory of depression?
a. Stressful life events
b. Stress hormones
c. Neurotransmitters
d. All of the above
Question 7Some possible reasons for the higher rates of depression found in women relate to the disadvantages experienced by women in the United States, such as
a. discrimination and poverty.
b. abuse and sexual harassment.
c. both a and b
d. neither a nor b
Question 8Possible reasons for the higher rates of depression found in women include all of the following EXCEPT
a. culturally induced dependence and passivity.
b. a sense of uncontrollability and helplessness.
c. a low value placed on intimate relationships.
d. self-blame for being depressed.
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