Psychotropic ( adjective , noun )

(As an adjective)

Psychotropic ( adjective )

1. Affecting the mind, emotions, or behavior.
2. Used to treat mental disorders or illnesses.

Origin:

From the greek ψυχή (psȳchē) "mind" and τρέπω (trepō) "to turn".

Examples:

1. The patient was prescribed psychotropic medication for his depression.
2. The drug was classified as a psychotropic substance, which could cause hallucinations.
3. The psychotropic effects of the drug were studied by researchers.
4. The patient's behavior changed after taking the psychotropic medication.
5. The psychotropic medication had a calming effect on the patient's anxiety.

(As a noun)

Psychotropic ( noun )

1. Affecting the mind, emotions, or behavior.
2. Used to treat mental disorders or illnesses.

Origin:

From the greek ψυχή (psȳchē) "mind" and τρέπω (trepō) "to turn".

Examples:

1. The patient was prescribed psychotropic medication for his depression.
2. The drug was classified as a psychotropic substance, which could cause hallucinations.
3. The psychotropic effects of the drug were studied by researchers.
4. The patient's behavior changed after taking the psychotropic medication.
5. The psychotropic medication had a calming effect on the patient's anxiety.