The drugs used to treat depression often enhance the processing of neurotransmitters such as serotonin by:
A)blocking reuptake of neurotransmitters.
B)fitting into receptors on the axon of the receiving cell.
C)decreasing the electrochemical charge on the membrane of the receiving cell.
D)decreasing the duration of the refractory period.

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Drugs used to treat depression, such as selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs), work by blocking reuptake of neurotransmitters, specifically serotonin, in the synaptic gap between neurons. By doing so, more serotonin is available to bind with receptors on the receiving cell, leading to increased transmission of signals and potentially improving mood. The other choices do not accurately describe the mechanism of action of these drugs.

The Drugs Used to Treat Depression Often Enhance the Processing