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Definition

SSRIs, or selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors, are a type of antidepressant medication that work by increasing the levels of serotonin in the brain. Serotonin is a neurotransmitter that plays a key role in regulating mood, and low levels of serotonin have been linked to depression.

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