How Do You Spell PSYCHOTROPIC?

Pronunciation: [sˌa͡ɪkə͡ʊtɹˈɒpɪk] (IPA)

Psychotropic is spelled with the root word psyche, which means mind, and the suffix -tropic, which means influencing. IPA phonetic transcription for psychotropic is /saɪkəˈtrɒpɪk/. The first syllable is pronounced "sike" with the long "i" sound. The second syllable is pronounced "koh" with the short "o" sound. The stress is on the third syllable, "tro", which is pronounced "troh" with the short "o" sound. The final syllable "pic" is pronounced "pik" with the short "i" sound. Together, these sounds make up the complex spelling of the word psychotropic.

PSYCHOTROPIC Meaning and Definition

1. Psychotropic is an adjective that refers to any substance or drug that affects the functions of the mind, mood, or behavior. It is derived from the Greek words "psyche" meaning mind or soul, and "tropos" meaning turn or change. Psychotropic substances primarily act on the central nervous system, altering brain chemistry and neurotransmitter functions. These substances include various pharmaceutical drugs, recreational drugs, and substances found in nature.

   Psychotropic drugs are commonly used in the treatment of mental health disorders, such as depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, and schizophrenia. They can help regulate the imbalances in brain chemicals, such as serotonin, dopamine, and norepinephrine, that are associated with these conditions. Some examples of commonly prescribed psychotropic medications include antidepressants, antipsychotics, anxiolytics, and mood stabilizers.

   However, psychotropic substances are not limited to pharmaceutical drugs. For example, hallucinogenic drugs like LSD or psilocybin-containing mushrooms are also considered psychotropic due to their ability to alter perception, cognition, and mood.

   The use of psychotropic substances can have various effects on individuals, depending on the type and dosage. These effects may range from calming and sedative to stimulating and euphoric. However, the use of psychotropic substances should always be approached with caution as they can also have potential side effects and risks if not used responsibly or under medical supervision.

Top Common Misspellings for PSYCHOTROPIC *

• psychtropic 40%
• psychotrophic 20%
• psycotropic 20%

* The statistics data for these misspellings percentages are collected from over 15,411,110 spell check sessions on www.spellchecker.net from Jan 2010 - Jun 2012.

Other Common Misspellings for PSYCHOTROPIC

• psychotrpoic
• psychotropics
• pyschotropic

Etymology of PSYCHOTROPIC

The word "psychotropic" is derived from the Greek words "psyche" meaning "mind or soul" and "tropos" meaning "turning towards". The term was coined in English in the mid-20th century and refers to substances that affect or alter the mind, emotions, or behavior.

Similar spelling words for PSYCHOTROPIC

• psychiatrical,
• psychotherapist,
• psychotic,
• psychiatric,
• psychotherapy,
• psychotria.