PSYCH 111 Lecture Notes - Lecture 15: Electroconvulsive Therapy, Deep Brain Stimulation, Valproate
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Psychotropic medication: alter the biochemistry of the brain. Lithium for bi-polar disorder; newer class of mood stabilizers (valproate) Deep brain stimulation as a surgical treatment for depression and ocd. Thin electrode surgically implanted so electrical currents can be. Lesion/destroy problematic areas of the brain to eliminate disruptive behaviors (lobotomy, ocd surgery) Shock therapy; beneficial to those with severe depressions which are not responsive to medication/therapy. Can lead to memory impairment, not sure why/how it works. Using a powerful pulsing magnet alters neuronal activity in the brain; less invasive than ect. Some studies show similar benefits with less negative side effects. Exposure to bright lights, often used to treat sad(seasonal affective disorder) Psychoanalysis: based on freudian principles believing in the impact of early childhood. Uses free association: saying whatever comes to mind. Develop relationship with therapist based on other people in one"s life. Goal to uncover ucs conflicts to decrease anxiety/stress caused by guilt.
