Effects of selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors

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(a) Describe the basic mechanism of action that underlies the antidepressant effects of selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) and other antidepressants.

(b) Present the benefits as well as the limitations and/or risks associated with the legitimate therapeutic use of SSRIs and other antidepressant drugs and antipsychotic.

(c) Develop a sound rationale for or against the notion of allowing psychologists to write prescriptions for mental health medications such as antipsychotics and antidepressants.

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