Unit 7 Discussion for my Psychopharmacology Course Introduction Anxiety is one of

Unit 7 Discussion for my Psychopharmacology Course

Introduction

Anxiety is one of the most common diagnoses treated by any mental health professional. As a prescribing psychologist you will have many options, and combinations of options, available to help your patients.

Instructions

In your paper, list pharmacologic treatment options (e.g., SSRIs, SNRIs, benzodiazepines, etc.) and briefly describe the mechanisms of action and advantages and disadvantages of each.

Format Instructions

Your paper should be a minimum of 687 words, APA format, and a minimum of 4 sources/references

Unit 8 Discussion for my Psychopharmacology Course

Introduction

The treatment of substance abuse tends to be a highly specialized area, but all prescribing psychologists should have a level of knowledge about the epidemiology/neurobiology of addictions, including such substances as alcohol as well as illicit substances of abuse.

Instructions

In your initial post, please discuss the neurobiological mechanism that underlies the behavioral reinforcing properties of drugs of abuse. Also, talk about the common pharmacological treatments for alcohol use disorders and nicotine dependence.

Format Instructions

Your paper should be a minimum of 687 words, APA format, and a minimum of 4 sources/references