Posted by blueberry on September 17, 2006, at 16:36:54
In reply to Other treatments than neuroleptics for paranoia, posted by flip-floppy on September 16, 2006, at 13:15:08
I think ssri's, benzos, and some mood stabilizers such as depakote can be used for paranoia fear stuff. The theory is paranoia is excess dopaminergic action. While neuroleptics block dopamine, ssri's and benzos and depakote can tame dopamine down.
Not at all scientific. Just my thoughts.
Mileage varies too...when I have paranoia and fear, higher doses of zyprexa or seroquel actually make it worse, as does prozac. But xanax, klonopin, ativan, or depakote tame it down quickly.
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