GCSE Psychology 9-1

Psychology 9-1 GCSE -  3.1.8 - The use of drugs as a treatment, including strengths and weaknesses of each treatment: a) Depression -  Selective serotonin re-uptake inhibitors (SSRI's) increase the levels of serotonin in the brain by preventing the re-uptake of it - Pros -  Less weight gain. Lower rates of withdrawal symptoms. Cons -  Higher rates of withdrawal and sexual problems. Higher rates of diarrhoea. Increased risk of stomach bleeding. Serotonin Norepinephrine re-uptake inhibitors (SNRI's) block the re-uptake of two neurotransmitters, serotonin and norepinphine, elevating the concentration in the nerve synapse to help elevate mood or treat other conditions - Pros -  Once a day dosing. More effective in difficult to treat depression. Approved to treat pain symptoms. Cons - May cause nausea and vomiting within the first week. May increase blood pressure. b) Addiction - ...