Question

Define the term 'psychotropic'

Answer 1

The above answer is right, but to give an example, a psychotropic drug alters brain functions. This can be done through recreational drugs, those used in religious ceremonies, or medications designed to treat neurological and psychiatric illnesses such as epilepsy or schizophrenia.

Answer 2

Psychotrophic (si-ko-tro'-pik) [Greek. psyche, mind; trepein, to turn]. That which exerts its specific effort upon the brain cells.