Asked by tyler larsen on May 10, 2024

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Mary's psychiatrist is deciding whether to use Thorazine or Haldol to treat her symptoms. It is likely that Mary's psychiatric diagnosis is __________.

A) schizophrenia
B) generalized anxiety disorder
C) obsessive-compulsive disorder
D) major depression

Thorazine

A medication also known as chlorpromazine, used to treat mental disorders such as schizophrenia by affecting the balance of neurotransmitters in the brain.

Haldol

A medication used in the treatment of schizophrenia, severe behavior problems, and Tourette's syndrome by reducing the activity of dopamine in the brain.

Schizophrenia

A mental disorder characterized by distortions in thinking, perception, emotions, language, self-awareness, and behavior, often manifesting through hallucinations and delusions.

  • Comprehend the strategy for addressing particular psychiatric disorders like schizophrenia and bipolar disorder with suitable pharmacological treatments.
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Patel KirtanMay 10, 2024
Final Answer :
A
Explanation :
Thorazine and Haldol are commonly used antipsychotic medications, indicating that Mary's diagnosis is likely schizophrenia or a related psychotic disorder. Neither medication is typically used as a first-line treatment for anxiety disorders, OCD, or depression.