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GlossaryPsychotropic Drugs (Psychopharmaceuticals)

substances that alter brain function to affect mood and behavior

Psychotropic drugs, also known as psychotropic medications or psychopharmaceuticals, are substances that affect the mind, emotions, and behavior by altering brain function. They are commonly used to treat mental health conditions such as depression, anxiety, schizophrenia, and bipolar disorder. These drugs work by influencing neurotransmitters, the chemicals in the brain that transmit signals between nerve cells.

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research Clinical Management in Psychodermatology

January 2009 in “Springer eBooks”

The document concludes that treating skin conditions should include psychological care and a multidisciplinary approach is essential for effective management.

research Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder in Dermatology

15 citations, September 2015 in “Journal der Deutschen Dermatologischen Gesellschaft”

Skin doctors should recognize and treat conditions like hair-pulling and skin-picking early, often using therapy and medication, to help 50-70% of patients.

research Hair Loss in Psychopharmacology

79 citations, January 2000 in “Annals of Clinical Psychiatry”

Some psychiatric medications can cause hair loss, but stopping or reducing the dose usually reverses it.

research Hair Loss in Psychopharmacology

63 citations, March 2000 in “Annals of clinical psychiatry”

Some psychiatric medications can cause hair loss, but it usually grows back after adjusting the medication.

research Advising the Patient: Case Studies on Telogen Effluvium and Paroxysmal Atrial Tachycardia

August 1978 in “Dicp-The annals of pharmacotherapy”

Crash diets can cause temporary hair loss, and professional medical advice can prevent serious health issues.

research Psychotrichology: Psychosomatic Aspects of Hair Diseases

20 citations, November 2012 in “Journal der Deutschen Dermatologischen Gesellschaft”

Hair diseases can have psychological effects and should be treated with a combination of psychosomatic care, therapy, and medication.

research Serum Drug Level-Related Sodium Valproate-Induced Hair Loss

17 citations, January 2013 in “Indian Journal of Pharmacology”

High levels of the seizure medication sodium valproate can cause hair loss.

research New Lifestyle Drugs and Somatoform Disorders in Dermatology

14 citations, December 2007 in “Journal of The European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology”

The article concludes that dermatologists should prescribe lifestyle drugs carefully and consider mental health treatments for patients with disorders like BDD.

research Alopecia Associated with Agomelatine Use: A Case Report

2 citations, June 2017 in “Psychiatry and clinical psychopharmacology”

Stopping the antidepressant agomelatine improved hair loss in a patient.

research Lifestyle Drugs in Old Age: A Mini-Review

1 citations, November 2008 in “Gerontology”

Older adults use lifestyle drugs to improve life quality and appearance, but caution is needed due to side effects and potential abuse.

research Liquid Protein Diets and Telogen Effluvium: A Case Report

1 citations, August 1978 in “Dicp-The annals of pharmacotherapy”

A liquid protein diet caused hair loss in a young woman.

research Eating Disorders and Diabetes: Facing the Dual Challenge

4 citations, September 2023 in “Nutrients”

Managing diabetes can lead to eating disorders, and eating disorders can make diabetes harder to control.

Testosterone Therapy for Women with Low Sexual Desire: A Position Statement from the Brazilian Society of Endocrinology and Metabolism

research Testosterone Therapy for Women with Low Sexual Desire: A Position Statement from the Brazilian Society of Endocrinology and Metabolism

10 citations, January 2019 in “Archives of Endocrinology and Metabolism”

Testosterone therapy may slightly increase sexual desire in women with HSDD but lacks broad recommendation due to safety concerns and limited approval.

research Somatization in Dermatology Patients: Sociocultural Perspectives

5 citations, January 2017 in “Clinics in Dermatology”

Skin symptoms without a medical cause often reflect psychological stress and are influenced by culture, requiring a team approach for treatment.