Name and describe the effects of two medications used in the ...

[clmills979]

Name and describe the effects of two medications used in the treatment of alcohol dependence.
 
  What will be an ideal response?

Question 2

Helen is suspicious and doubts the loyalty of even her friends. She is unwilling to forgive perceived insults
  and never forgets a grudge. She is most likely to be diagnosed with ________ personality disorder.
 
  A) histrionic B) schizoid C) paranoid D) schizotypal

[jazzlynnnnn]

Answer to Question 1

Disulfiram (Antabuse): this drug deters drinking because it causes violent vomiting if a
person drinks after having it in the system.
Naltrexone: this opiate antagonist helps reduce the craving for alcohol and lowers the
incentive to drink. Medications can also be given to ease the detoxification process,
reducing withdrawal symptoms.

Answer to Question 2

C