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Psychotropic Drugs

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AP Psychology

Definition

Psychotropic drugs are medications that affect brain chemistry to alleviate symptoms of psychological disorders. They can alter mood, perception, consciousness, cognition, or behavior by targeting specific neurotransmitters in the brain.

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