Psychotropic Definition

sīkə-trōpĭk, -trŏpĭk
adjective
Having an altering effect on the mind, as tranquilizers, hallucinogens, etc.
Webster's New World

(pharmacology) Affecting the mind or mental processes.

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noun
A psychotropic drug.
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Other Word Forms of Psychotropic

Noun

Singular:
psychotropic
Plural:
psychotropics

Psychotropic Sentence Examples

  • Psychotropic medications are used to treat mental illnesses because they affect a patients moods and perceptions.

  • The seeds and stalk contain very little tetrahydrocannabinol carboxylic, or THC, which is the active ingredient that causes psychotropic effects.

  • Medication is only ordered on an extremely limited basis or not ordered at all because psychotropic medications have been shown to have little efficacy in treating adjustment disorders.

  • Psychotropic drug-Any medication that has an effect on the mind, brain, behavior, perceptions, or emotions.

  • Psychotropic medication may also be prescribed for symptom relief in patients with mental disorders considered psychosocial in nature.

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