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Can someone explain to me about serotonin levels and anti depressants?
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Serotonin: Serotonin is one of the neurotransmitters believed to be involved in causing mood disorders. Antidepressants (ssri) elevate serotonin levels by blocking the reuptake of serotonin in the synaptic space, where this neurotransmitter links to the receptor of the neuron. Therefore, there is a more continuous and longer action of the serotonin by using ssris.
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