In the treatment of depressive illnesses, SSRIs typically take several weeks to have their positive effects. What biochemical processes might be affected by SSRIs that could account for the delayed effects?
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They work by blocking the reuptake of serotonin into the presynaptic neuron, thereby increasing the availability of serotonin in the synaptic cleft. This, in turn, enhances the transmission of serotonin signals between neurons. The delayed effects of SSRIs in Show more…
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