The second generation of antidepressants was designed to block the reuptake of serotonin. These drugs are called __________

A) neuroleptics.
B) monoamine oxidase (MAO) inhibitors.
C) selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) .
D) tricyclics.

Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitors (SSRIs)

A class of drugs often prescribed to treat depression and anxiety by increasing the levels of serotonin in the brain.

Antidepressants

A group of drugs designed to alter brain chemistry to improve mood and relieve symptoms of depression, often by balancing neurotransmitter levels.

Serotonin

A neurotransmitter associated with mood regulation, sleep, and several other bodily functions.