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Psychiatry Major Depression dfd3a925

The aminoacid derived neurotransmitter used for treating depression is -

A
Serotonine
B
Histamine
C
acetylcholine
D
none
High-Yield Explanation
Ans. is 'a' i.e., Serotonin o The three main neuroiransmitters involved in depression are dopamine, norepinephrine and serotonin (5-HT). When brain levels of one or more neurotransmitter are low or unbalanced, depression can result. Generally, antidepressant drugs work by increasing production or decreasing the breakdown of one or more of these neurotransmitiers.

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