How Well Do You Know About SSRI'S?

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    Which of the following is a possible side effect of using SSRI? 

    • Drowsiness
    • Insomnia
    • Headaches
    • All of the above
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SSRIs are particular classes of drugs that are prescribed for anxiety & depressive disorders. How well do you know about SSRIs? Take this quiz and test your knowledge. SSRI drugs have been proven instrumental in treating psychiatric disorders that were previously considered taboo. The invention and distribution of these drugs is the one miracle of modern medical sciences. Take this super fun quiz to test your knowledge about them. We are sure that you'll also be able to gather a pretty good amount of information about psychiatric treatment. So, have fun and good luck!

How Well Do You Know About SSRIs? - Quiz

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  • 2. 

    Which of the following mental health disorders does SSRI work upon?

    • Anxiety disorders

    • Depression

    •  Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD)

    • All of the above

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  • 3. 

    How long does it take for SSRI treatment to show effects? 

    • 1 week 

    • 4 - 6 weeks

    • 6 months

    • 8 months

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  • 4. 

    Which neurotransmitter in the brain do SSRIs work upon?

    • Epinephrine

    • Serotonin

    • GABA

    • Dopamine

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  • 5. 

    What is the full-form SSRI?

    • Selectivity of serotonin releasing inducers

    • Sensitivity of serotonin released inhibitors

    • Secretion of serotonin by releasing inducers

    • Selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor

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  • 6. 

    Which of the following is an SSRI?

    • Prozac 

    • Priligy

    • Cipralex

    • All of the above

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  • 7. 

    What is the main role of an SSRI in the brain

    • To block dopamine receptors 

    • To enhance serotonin flow in the brain

    • To stop the reuptaking of serotonin in the brain by the receptors

    • All of the above

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  • 8. 

    Which of the following is the most common drug prescribed for the treatment of Major depressive disorder? 

    • Paroxetine

    • Fluoxetine

    • Sertraline

    • All of the above

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  • 9. 

    Which of the following is the most potent inhibitor? 

    • Sertraline

    • Paroxetine 

    • Citalopram

    • Lexapro 

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  • 10. 

    Which drug is not effective in the treatment of social anxiety disorder? 

    •  Fluoxetine 

    • Paroxetine 

    • Escitalopram

    • None of the above

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