Interactive Psychotropic Medications Study Page

This page contains: (1) A fillable classification table (with fuzzy matching), (2) Multiple-choice side-effect matching, (3) Multiple-choice case scenarios, (4) Drag & drop mechanisms, (5) True/False contraindications, and (7) a Venn diagram reference.

(1) Classification & Identification Table

Instructions: Type in your best answers for Primary Conditions Treated, Examples of Drugs, Common Side Effects, and Key Contraindications. Then click "Check Table Answers" to see a fuzzy-match score.

Class Primary Conditions Treated Examples of Drugs Common Side Effects Key Contraindications / Cautions
SSRIs
SNRIs
Tricyclic Antidepressants (TCAs)
MAOIs
Atypical Antidepressants
Typical Antipsychotics
Atypical Antipsychotics
Mood Stabilizers
Benzodiazepines
Stimulants (for ADHD)

(2) Matching Side Effects (Multiple-Choice)

Instructions: For each class, select the **most characteristic side effect** from the dropdown. Then click "Check Answers."

  1. SSRIs:
  2. Benzodiazepines:
  3. MAOIs:
  4. Typical Antipsychotics:
  5. Tricyclic Antidepressants (TCAs):
  6. Atypical Antipsychotics:

(3) Case-Based Scenarios (Multiple-Choice)

Case #1: Depression + Chronic Pain

Patient: 34 y/o with MDD, chronic back pain, fatigue.
Current: Minimal improvement on SSRI; needs help with pain & depression.

Question: Which medication class is most likely indicated?

Case #2: Panic Disorder + Substance History

Patient: 29 y/o with severe panic attacks, hx of alcohol use disorder (remission).
Concern: Wants quick relief but worried about relapse risk from habit-forming meds.

Question: Which anxiolytic approach might be safest?

Case #3: Bipolar I Disorder

Patient: 45 y/o with frequent manic episodes, normal renal function.
Current: Needs a first-line mood stabilizer.

Question: Which is the most likely first-line choice?

Case #4: SSRI Side Effects

Patient: 38 y/o on SSRI x4 weeks, improved mood.
Complaint: Decreased libido, difficulty achieving orgasm.

Question: What is likely happening, and a possible intervention?

(4) Mechanisms of Action: Drag & Drop

Instructions: Drag the correct term from the list into each blank. This uses simple visual checking only.

1. SSRIs work by inhibiting the

of
.

Choices:
reuptake
synthesis
serotonin
dopamine

2. MAOIs inhibit the enzyme that breaks down

and other monoamines.

Choices:
norepinephrine
histamine
glycine

3. SNRIs also inhibit the reuptake of

in addition to serotonin.

Choices:
norepinephrine
GABA
acetylcholine

4. Typical Antipsychotics block

receptors, reducing positive symptoms but causing
side effects.

Choices:
D2
serotonin
extrapyramidal
drowsiness

5. Atypical Antipsychotics block both

and
receptors, with fewer EPS but more
issues.

Choices:
dopamine
serotonin
metabolic
anticholinergic

(5) Contraindications & Drug Interactions (True/False)

Instructions: Select T or F for each statement, then click "Check T/F."

  1. SSRIs and MAOIs can be safely combined for a stronger antidepressant effect.
  2. Benzodiazepines should be used cautiously in patients with respiratory depression or substance abuse history.
  3. MAOIs can cause hypertensive crisis if taken with tyramine-rich foods.
  4. Lithium requires no blood monitoring and minimal concern for sodium levels.
  5. Tricyclic antidepressants are generally safe in overdose.

(7) Visual Mapping (Reference)

Example: Typical vs. Atypical Antipsychotics

Note: Errors may exist because Mathew doesn't actuall know this material himself.