True or False: Antipsychotics can cause addiction, dependence, or tolerance.

Antipsychotics are primarily used to treat mental health conditions such as schizophrenia and bipolar disorder, and they work by modifying neurotransmitter activity in the brain, particularly dopamine receptors. Unlike many other classes of medications, such as opioids or benzodiazepines, antipsychotics are not considered to have addictive potential, which is a key reason why the answer is false.

Addiction is traditionally characterized by compulsive drug-seeking behavior, tolerance (the need for increased doses to achieve the same effect), and withdrawal symptoms upon cessation. Antipsychotics typically do not produce these effects. While some individuals may experience side effects or adverse reactions, the nature of antipsychotic medications does not support a pattern of dependence commonly associated with substances that lead to addiction.

This understanding is important not just for the pharmacological profile of antipsychotics, but also for clinical practice, where the risks of addiction do not necessitate the same level of caution as with medications that are known to cause dependence. Therefore, stating that antipsychotics can lead to addiction, dependence, or tolerance is inaccurate, leading to the conclusion that the correct answer is false.