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Vocabulary Entry
psychotropic
|adjective • noun
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A
adjective
Relating to or denoting drugs that affect the mind or behavior.
Example Sentences
"The doctor prescribed a psychotropic medication to help manage his anxiety."
"Some psychotropic drugs can have side effects that impact mood."
"Research into psychotropic substances has grown significantly in recent years."
N
noun
A drug that affects mental processes, behavior, or perception.
Example Sentences
"Many psychotropics are used to treat conditions such as depression and schizophrenia."
"The use of psychotropics has sparked debate regarding their efficacy and safety."
"Patients sometimes report a dramatic change after starting a psychotropic."