EPQ : Do the benefits of using psychoactive to treat bipolar disorder truly outweigh the risks

Nota:

• anxiolytics, sedatives, and hypnotics anitdepressants antipsychotics mood stabilisers 

1. particularly relevant to bipolar; reduce anxiety, promote calm and relaxation, facilitate muscle relaxation, and induce sleep
2. negative symptoms are significant

   Nota:

   • short-term memory loss reduce alertness increases sleepiness slow reflexes 

1. central nervous system depressants that reduce anxiety and its symptoms, such as muscle tension and agitation

1. psychoactive medication aimed at treating depressive episodes
2. result in reduced alertness, sleepiness, and excitation