Ray discusses the importance of understanding psychotropic medications for the LSW (Licensed Social Worker) and LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker) exams.
Medications are treated as "freebies" on these exams, with at least two questions usually appearing.
Knowledge of both brand and generic names is essential.
A link is provided in the video description to access lists of these names.
Medications Covered
Mood Disorders
Anxiety Disorders
Schizophrenia
ADHD
Study Method
Use 46 index cards, one for each medication, to memorize brand and generic names.
Keep all index cards the same color to avoid memorization interference.
Index Card Organization
Schizophrenia medications
Mood disorder medications
Anxiety disorder medications
Depressive disorder medications
ADHD medications
Memorization Techniques
Depressive Disorder Medications
Medications starting with 'P' or 'F' or ending in 'pram' (p-r-a-m) are for depressive disorders.
Anxiety Disorder Medications
Memorize the phrase "VXK Pam":
Medications starting with 'V', 'X', or 'K'
Medications ending in 'pam' (p-a-m) are for anxiety disorders.
ADHD and Mood Disorder Medications
Spend 10 minutes memorizing these.
Shuffle and categorize as mood or ADHD medications.
Repeat this sorting exercise five times.
Additional Tips
Anxiety medications often begin with 'A'.
Schizophrenia medications have similar brand and generic names, making them easier to memorize.
Incrementally add new medications into the routine for better retention.
Test Day Tips
Write down the memorization phrases when you arrive at the exam site:
Depressive: Start with 'P/F' or end with 'pram'
Anxiety: Start with 'V/X/K' or end with 'pam'
Conclusion
Encouragement to practice memorization techniques.
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