Drug Therapy

Definition

Drug therapy refers to the use of medications to treat psychological disorders. It involves prescribing specific drugs that target symptoms or underlying causes of a disorder in order to alleviate or manage symptoms.

Related terms

Behavioral Perspective:

This perspective focuses on observable behaviors and emphasizes learning experiences as the cause of psychological disorders.

Cognitive Perspective:

This perspective examines how thoughts, perceptions, and interpretations contribute to psychological disorders.

Humanistic Perspective:

This perspective emphasizes self-awareness, personal growth, and individual potential as ways to address psychological disorders.