Abnormal Behavior And Depression
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Selective Serotonin-Reuptake Inhibitors (SSRIs)
Selective serotonin-reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) are the first-line treatment for major depression. They work by increasing levels of serotonin in the brain. Because they act specifically on serotonin, SSRIs have fewer side effects than older antidepressants, which have more widespread effects in the body.
SSRIs include fluoxetine (Prozac, generic), sertraline (Zoloft, generic), paroxetine (Paxil, generic), fluvoxamine (Luvox, generic),...
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Social phobia
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Social phobia is a persistent and irrational fear of situations that may involve scrutiny or judgment by others, such as parties and other social... Read more »
Girls' anti-social behavior predictive of later depression
Anti-social behavior among young elementary school girls and increased anxiety in either boys or girls that age tend to predict whether they develop... Read more »
Study: Dad's depression affects child's behavior
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Restless leg syndrome
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Restless leg syndrome is a disorder in which there is an urge or need to move the legs to stop unpleasant sensations.Alternative NamesNocturnal... Read more »
Behavior: unusual or strange
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Unusual or strange behavior involves performing actions that are not normal for the person.Alternative NamesActing strangelyConsiderationsUnusual or... Read more »
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