It is estimated that more than 20% of the population of the United States suffers from some form of depression, which has its root cause in the nervous system (specifically neurotransmitters and their associated enzymes/activators/inhibitors). Please explain and provide examples with references
- What are the main types of antidepressant medications?
- What is are the main mechanisms of action of antidepressant medications?
- Are these medications over-prescribed in modern-day society?
- Are there alternative strategies to help treat depression?