Definition: Antidepressants are prescription medications used to treat depression without causing severe side effects, such as suicidal thoughts or conditions like anxiety or panic attacks. They work by: 1. Acting on chemical messengers in the brain called neurotransmitters, which can help regulate mood. 2. Changing the way the body's nerve cells communicate with themselves, promoting overall wellbeing. 3. Reducing symptoms of depression (like feelings of sadness, hopelessness, and irritability) without causing severe side effects like suicidal thoughts or crises. The term "antidepressants" originally referred to a specific group of medications that are used to treat depression in humans.
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