2026/2027 NR546 psychopharmacology Final exam Questions and correct answers (graded A+)

2026/2027 NR546 psychopharmacology Final exam Questions and correct answers (graded A+) 1. monoamine hypothesis of depression 2. what are the three monoamine NT 3. too little positive affect 4. too much negative affect 5. prescribing considerations depression occurs as a result of deficiency of 1 or all 3 monoamine NT -occurs due to too little positive attect or too much negative attect (mania will occur from excess of all 3) NE, DA, 5HT -DA/NE dysfunction -DA levels low = loss of pleasure, interest, alertness, self-confidence -DA levels high = hallucinations seen in schizo -NE (fight or flight) high = antsy, nervous, attects focus ability -depressed mood, loss of joy, lack of interest, loss of energy, decreased alertness, decreased self-confidence, appetite changes -5HT = relaxation, comfort, decreases stress, regulates libido, arousal, sleep, aggression, pain perception -5HT/NE dysfunction -depressed mood, guilt, fear/anxiety, hostility, irritability, loneliness, appetite changes