For the past month, Melissa has felt very sad. She has no energy and has lost 20 pounds. Melissa has lost interest in all activities and just wants to sleep. If prescribed a medication, Melissa will most likely take a(n) _____ drug.

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Melissa's symptoms, including persistent sadness, loss of interest in activities, significant weight loss, and increased desire to sleep, are indicative of depression. Antidepressant drugs are specifically designed to treat depression by correcting imbalances in neurotransmitters related to mood regulation.

For the Past Month, Melissa Has Felt Very Sad