Agonist-to-antagonist Spectrum of Action of Psychopharmacologic Agents

Explain the agonist-to-antagonist spectrum of action of psychopharmacologic agents.

1. Compare and contrast the actions of g couple proteins and ion gated channels.
2. Explain the role of epigenetics in pharmacologic action.
3. Explain how this information may impact the way you prescribe medications to clients. Include a specific example of a situation or case with a client in which the psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner must be aware of the medication’s action.
4. An explanation of whether psychotherapy has a biological basis. Explain how culture, religion, and socioeconomics might influence one’s perspective of the value of psychotherapy treatments. Support your rationale with evidence-based literature.