Title: Describe medications and mechanisms of medications for mental health disorders.
Course: Mental Health Assisting Careers II (14002-II) > Section: Identify Treatment Plans and Medications for Mental Health Disorders

Description should include, but not be limited to,

- Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitors (SSRI)
- Serotonin and Norepinephrine Reuptake Inhibitors (SNRI)
- Monoamine Oxidase Inhibitors (MAOI)
- alprazolam, clonazepam, diazepam, lorazepam
- atenolol and propranolol
- clozapine.

Process/Skill Questions:

- How does one differentiate between symptoms of mental health conditions and potential side effects of psychotropic medications?
- What monitoring parameters should be considered when a patient starts a new antidepressant?