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[Use of psychoactive substances as a treatment for psychosis].

Author: Serrano-JiménezE, de Lucas-MorenoM G

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Overview

Psychotic disorders are long-term mental health problems. While medications are used to treat them, these drugs primarily focus on certain symptoms and have many side effects. We need new treatments that target other brain systems. This review will examine whether certain medications used for other conditions could be helpful in treating people with psychotic disorders.
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Original Abstract of the Article :
Psychotic disorders are considered chronic mental health issues. Although it has been demonstrated that these disorders can present with a wide range of symptoms, pharmacological treatment is based on the use of typical and atypical antipsychotics, whose main mechanism of action is dopaminergic bloc...See full text at original site
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引用元：
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC10478129/

データ提供：米国国立医学図書館（NLM）

Exploring New Horizons in Psychosis Treatment: A Journey Beyond Dopamine Blockade

Psychosis, a mental health condition characterized by a loss of contact with reality, can be debilitating. While antipsychotics are the mainstay of treatment, their effectiveness is limited and they often produce significant side effects. This review, led by Dr. [Author's last name], examined the potential of using psychoactive substances as adjunctive treatments for people with psychotic disorders, exploring new avenues for improving treatment outcomes.

A New Oasis in the Desert of Psychosis Treatment

The review suggests that certain psychoactive substances, beyond traditional antipsychotics, might offer additional benefits as adjunctive treatments for psychosis. These substances target different pathways in the brain, potentially offering broader symptom relief and fewer side effects. This research suggests a new path through the desert of psychosis treatment – exploring new therapeutic targets and approaches.

Hope for the Future: A Multifaceted Approach to Psychosis Treatment

This review highlights the need for a multifaceted approach to treating psychosis, exploring new therapeutic targets and strategies beyond dopamine blockade. It's a reminder that the human brain is incredibly complex and that effective treatments may require a combination of approaches. It's a call to action, similar to the call of the wind guiding a camel across the desert – we must continue exploring and researching to find new and effective solutions for psychosis.

Dr.Camel's Conclusion

This review offers hope for the future of psychosis treatment by exploring new therapeutic avenues beyond traditional antipsychotics. It's a reminder that the journey towards improved mental health requires continued research and innovation. It's a new path through the desert of psychosis treatment, offering a brighter future for those struggling with this challenging condition.

Date :
  1. Date Completed 2023-05-29
  2. Date Revised 2023-09-07
Further Info :

Pubmed ID

37231549

DOI: Digital Object Identifier

PMC10478129

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Languages

Spanish

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