Psychotropic Medication Trivia Quiz!

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1.

How many people in the United States are estimated to be taking psychotropic medications?
- A.
  
  50 million
- B.
  
  100 million
- C.
  
  20 million
- D.
  
  400 million
Correct Answer
B. 100 million

Explanation
Approximately 100 million people in the United States are estimated to be taking psychotropic medications. This indicates a significant number of individuals in the country rely on these medications to manage mental health conditions. The high prevalence of psychotropic medication usage highlights the importance of mental health awareness and the need for accessible and effective treatment options.

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2.

Of these, how many are children?
- A.
  
  10 million
- B.
  
  20 million
- C.
  
  30 million
- D.
  
  50 million
Correct Answer
B. 20 million

Explanation
The correct answer is 20 million. This implies that out of the given options, there are 20 million children.

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3.

Which 10 of the following are the most common Antidepressants.
- A.
  
  Celexa
- B.
  
  Cymbalta
- C.
  
  Dilaudid
- D.
  
  Oxycodone
- E.
  
  Effexor
- F.
  
  Lexapro
- G.
  
  Luvox
- H.
  
  Metformin
- I.
  
  Paxil
- J.
  
  Tylenol
- K.
  
  Prozac
- L.
  
  Sarafem
- M.
  
  Albuterol
- N.
  
  Welbutrin
- O.
  
  Zyban
Correct Answer(s)
A. Celexa
B. Cymbalta
E. Effexor
F. Lexapro
G. Luvox
I. Paxil
K. Prozac
L. Sarafem
N. Welbutrin
O. Zyban

Explanation
The given answer includes the names of 10 antidepressants: Celexa, Cymbalta, Effexor, Lexapro, Luvox, Paxil, Prozac, Sarafem, Welbutrin, and Zyban. These medications are commonly prescribed for the treatment of depression and other related mental health conditions. They work by balancing certain chemicals in the brain that affect mood and emotions.

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4.

Which 7 of the following are side effects of Antidepressants?
- A.
  
  Hunger
- B.
  
  Anxiety
- C.
  
  Delusions
- D.
  
  Hallucinations
- E.
  
  Cancer
- F.
  
  Hostility
- G.
  
  Paranoia
- H.
  
  Violent Behavior
- I.
  
  Asthma
- J.
  
  Suicide
Correct Answer(s)
B. Anxiety
C. Delusions
D. Hallucinations
F. Hostility
G. Paranoia
H. Violent Behavior
J. Suicide

Explanation
The given answer includes side effects that are commonly associated with antidepressant medications. Anxiety, delusions, hallucinations, hostility, paranoia, violent behavior, and suicide are all potential side effects of antidepressants. These medications can sometimes cause or worsen symptoms of anxiety and psychosis, leading to delusions and hallucinations. In rare cases, they may also increase hostility, paranoia, and the risk of violent behavior. Additionally, antidepressants have been linked to an increased risk of suicidal thoughts and behaviors, especially in young adults.

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5.

Which 6 of the following are antipsychotics?
- A.
  
  Abilify
- B.
  
  Haldol
- C.
  
  Advil
- D.
  
  Mellaril
- E.
  
  Robitussin
- F.
  
  Risperdal
- G.
  
  Seroquel
- H.
  
  Acetaminophen
- I.
  
  Zyprexa
Correct Answer(s)
A. Abilify
B. Haldol
D. Mellaril
F. Risperdal
G. Seroquel
I. Zyprexa

Explanation
The correct answer includes Abilify, Haldol, Mellaril, Risperdal, Seroquel, and Zyprexa. These are all commonly prescribed antipsychotic medications used to treat conditions such as schizophrenia and bipolar disorder. Advil, Robitussin, and Acetaminophen are over-the-counter pain relievers, while Abilify, Haldol, Mellaril, Risperdal, Seroquel, and Zyprexa are antipsychotics.

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6.

Which 7 of the following are antipsychotic side effects?
- A.
  
  Agitation
- B.
  
  Toothache
- C.
  
  Anxiety
- D.
  
  Cardiac Arrest
- E.
  
  Gout
- F.
  
  Diabetes
- G.
  
  Depression
- H.
  
  Appendicitis
- I.
  
  Sepsis
- J.
  
  Blood Clots
- K.
  
  Psoriasis
- L.
  
  Liver Failure
Correct Answer(s)
A. Agitation
C. Anxiety
D. Cardiac Arrest
F. Diabetes
G. Depression
J. Blood Clots
L. Liver Failure
7.

Which 7 of the following are psychostimulants?
- A.
  
  Prozac
- B.
  
  Adderall
- C.
  
  Concerta
- D.
  
  Cylert
- E.
  
  Ativan
- F.
  
  Xanax
- G.
  
  Dexedrine
- H.
  
  Promethazine
- I.
  
  Focalin
- J.
  
  Metadate
- K.
  
  Ritalin
Correct Answer(s)
B. Adderall
C. Concerta
D. Cylert
G. Dexedrine
I. Focalin
J. Metadate
K. Ritalin

Explanation
The correct answer includes Adderall, Concerta, Cylert, Dexedrine, Focalin, Metadate, and Ritalin. These drugs are all classified as psychostimulants, which means they stimulate the central nervous system and increase alertness, attention, and energy levels. Prozac, Ativan, Xanax, and Promethazine are not psychostimulants; they belong to different drug classes.

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8.

Which 10 of the following are psychostimulant side effects?
- A.
  
  Aggression
- B.
  
  Hostility
- C.
  
  Agitation
- D.
  
  Depression
- E.
  
  Sore Throat
- F.
  
  Insomnia
- G.
  
  Psychosis
- H.
  
  Stroke
- I.
  
  Kidney Disease
- J.
  
  Stunted Growth
- K.
  
  Death
- L.
  
  Nervousness
Correct Answer(s)
A. Aggression
B. Hostility
C. Agitation
D. Depression
F. Insomnia
G. Psychosis
H. Stroke
J. Stunted Growth
K. Death
L. Nervousness

Explanation
The given answer includes psychostimulant side effects such as aggression, hostility, agitation, depression, insomnia, psychosis, stroke, stunted growth, death, and nervousness. These side effects can occur as a result of the stimulation of the central nervous system caused by psychostimulant drugs.

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Psychotropic Medication Trivia Quiz!

How many people in the United States are estimated to be taking psychotropic medications?

Of these, how many are children?

Which 10 of the following are the most common Antidepressants.

Which 7 of the following are side effects of Antidepressants?

Which 6 of the following are antipsychotics?

Which 7 of the following are antipsychotic side effects?

Which 7 of the following are psychostimulants?

Which 10 of the following are psychostimulant side effects?