Atypical antipsychotics

Psychiatr Med. 1991;9(1):5-24.

Abstract

This chapter discusses the clinical application of the currently studied atypical antipsychotics in the United States and abroad. A description of the proposed mode of action of these medications and the most relevant studies is included.

Publication types

  • Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't
  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Animals
  • Antipsychotic Agents / therapeutic use*
  • Brain / drug effects
  • Humans
  • Psychotic Disorders / drug therapy*
  • Psychotic Disorders / psychology
  • Receptors, Dopamine / drug effects
  • Schizophrenia / drug therapy*
  • Schizophrenic Psychology*

Substances

  • Antipsychotic Agents
  • Receptors, Dopamine