Most prescription drugs used to treat depression either imitate a neurotransmitter or redistribute existing neurotransmitters. These medications provide relief by working with the existing neurotransmitters, but do not alter the overall neurotransmitter supply. Because they fail to bring neurotransmitter levels back into proper balance, their effectiveness is often limited.
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How Does Neurotransmitter Therapy Work For Depression?
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Antidepressants, what you need to know
February 28, 2010 By Leave a Comment
Antidepressants work to normalize naturally occurring brain chemicals called neurotransmitters, notably serotonin and norepinephrine. Other antidepressants work on the neurotransmitter dopamine. Scientists studying depression have found that these particular chemicals are involved in regulating mood, but they are unsure of the exact ways in which they work.
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