chemical therapy

Psychiatric drug therapy, or psychopharmacology, involves using medications to treat mental disorders by altering brain chemistry. These drugs, known as psychotropic drugs, are broadly categorized into antipsychotics, antianxiety agents, and antidepressants.123

Antidepressants, such as SSRIs, are used for depression and bipolar disorder, while antipsychotics help manage symptoms like delusions and hallucinations in conditions like schizophrenia. Antianxiety agents, often benzodiazepines, reduce anxiety and agitation. Mood stabilizers, like lithium, are crucial for bipolar disorder. These medications work by affecting neurotransmitters in the brain, aiming to restore chemical balance and alleviate symptoms, enabling many patients to lead more functional lives.14523