adjective
- affecting the mind or mental state; having an effect on mental processes or behavior
Usage: medical; pharmacological
Examples
- The doctor prescribed a psychotropic medication to help with her anxiety.
- Psychotropic drugs are carefully regulated by the FDA.
- The research focused on the psychotropic effects of the new antidepressant.
- Many psychotropic substances require a prescription from a licensed physician.
- The patient experienced side effects from the psychotropic treatment.
- Psychotropic medications can help manage symptoms of mental illness.