- (B) Neuroleptics are commonly prescribed to treat schizophrenia, the most common psychotic
disorder. L-Dopa is used to treat Parkinson’s disease and would likely have an adverse effect on
Vance since it would lead to an increase in dopamine and an excess of dopamine is a hypothesized
cause of schizophrenia. Benzodiazepines are commonly used to treat anxiety. SSRIs (serotonin
selective reuptake inhibitors) are used to treat major depressive disorder, and lithium is used to
treat the manic phase of bipolar disorder.
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