Mental illness drug

Research a drug that is used to treat patients with mental illness (schizophrenia, depression, bipolar, or anxiety disorders). Alternatively, research a recreational or over the counter drug that has behavioral effect. TYPE your responses below each question and upload the document.

 

Name of Drug:

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Effects of Drug/Used to Treat:

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In your own words, how does the drug work; in other words, what are the physiological events and processes this drug initiates?

•  What are the known side effects?

• How long does it take the drug to have an effect on behavior?

 

• How long does it take the drug to leave the system?