Asked by gabby heughins on Jun 19, 2024

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These act as mood elevators for people who are severely depressed.

A) atypical neuroleptics
B) antidepressant drugs
C) neuroleptics
D) anticonvulsant drugs

Antidepressant Drugs

Medications prescribed to alleviate symptoms of depression by correcting imbalances of neurotransmitters in the brain.

Mood Elevators

Substances, often medications, that can improve emotional state and combat depression.

Atypical Neuroleptics

A newer class of antipsychotic drugs that tend to cause fewer traditional side effects of older antipsychotics, often used in schizophrenia treatment.

  • Pinpoint the key families of antidepressant compounds and their effect on levels of neurotransmitters.
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Chuck WrightJun 21, 2024
Final Answer :
B
Explanation :
Antidepressant drugs are specifically designed to elevate the mood of people who are severely depressed. Atypical neuroleptics, neuroleptics, and anticonvulsant drugs are not typically used for this purpose.