Some mental illnesses are due to chemical imbalances in the brain. These chemicals are neurotransmitters. They are the messengers within the brain which enable communication between different areas of the brain and the body. When there are disturbances in the functioning of these neurotransmitters, the communication system in the brain can be disrupted. Medications can correct the imbalance of these chemicals in the brain and restore healthy neurotransmitter communication.
Medications can reduce the symptoms of an acute attack and prevent recurring illness.
Ask your doctor what category of medications you are taking. Check your prescription with your pharmacist. Know your medication. Follow directions and read the label carefully. Store medications properly.