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Psychiatric medications include antidepressants (such as SSRIs, MAOIs and tricyclic antidepressants), which may be used for many conditions. Mood stabilizers are primarily used to treat mood disorders. Anticonvulsants may be used to treat bipolar, personality or sleep disorders. Benzodiazepines may be used to treat anxiety disorders or sleep problems.

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