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What is central nervous system role in depression?

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Major: This is physically the place where the symptoms originate.

Answered 5/11/2016

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Dr. John Moranville answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Variable: The key feature of depression is low transmission of certain neurotransmitters in the emotional or limbic system of the brain. We know that serotonin, norepinephrine, and Dopamine play a role, because medications which increase or prevent breakdown of these help treat depression.

Answered 10/3/2016

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