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Do antidepressants calm the nervous system ?
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Chemical modulation: Antidepressant activity is produced by a wife variety of medications that range from methyl,folate (a vitamin), serotonin agents (Prozac, Zoloft, (sertraline) celexa) serotonin-nor epinephrine agents (cymbalta, pristique), tricyclics (elavil, desaryl) and many others. Mechanism differ but Some do calm the nervous systems, but others re balance, or even stimulate it. Electricity also works for some.
Answered 9/28/2014
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Antidepressants: Antidepressants can calm the nervous system. Depending on the type of antidepressant, it can increase seratonin levels which help to control anxiety.
Answered 9/28/2014
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