Understanding Depression and Antidepressants
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Which group of antidepressants tends to potentiate the actions of norepinephrine and/or serotonin in the brain?

  • Atypical (or Heterocyclic) anti-depressants
  • Serotonin & Nor-adrenaline Re-uptake Inhibitors (SNRI) (correct)
  • Tricyclic anti-depressants (TCAs)
  • Amine Re-uptake Inhibitors (SSRIs)

Which neurotransmitters are correlated with deficiency in depression?

  • Serotonin, GABA, and glutamate
  • Acetylcholine, dopamine, and serotonin
  • Endorphins, norepinephrine, and dopamine
  • Norepinephrine, dopamine, and serotonin (correct)

Which drug belongs to the Selective Serotonin Re-uptake Inhibitors (SSRIs) group?

  • Fluoxetine (correct)
  • Venlafaxine
  • Mirtazepine
  • Bupropion

Which symptoms are associated with depression?

<p>Intense feelings of sadness, changes in sleep patterns and appetite (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of the limbic system in depression?

<p>Brain area controlling mood and behavior (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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