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Psychotropic medications
Psychotropic medications refer to medications used in the treatment of mental health problems; medications prescribed for psychological disorders, such as depression.
Likewise, Psychotropic medications refer to drugs designed to alter the mental state as treatment for individuals affected by mental illnesses, example, Resperdal is prescribed in the treatment of psychosis.
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