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kaid0807

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What is a primary disadvantage of the antianxiety drug Valium?
 
  a. It can lead to psychological and physiological dependence, and it can be deadly when mixed with alcohol.
  b. It is overused in the treatment of children with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder.
  c. Its overuse suggests that mental health professionals are too eager to find quick fixes for complex problems.
  d. Its use may lead to the development of a disabling movement disorder.
  e. A significant percentage of relapses occur in patients who use this drug.

Question 2

Which drug can produce mild impairments in memory and must be closely monitored because of its potentially toxic effects?
 
  a. Clozapine
  b. Lithium
  c. Methylphenidate
  d. Pemoline
  e. Risperidone



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Answer to Question 1

a

Answer to Question 2

b



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