Which of the following is true about MAOIs and tricyclics?

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MAOIs (monoamine oxidase inhibitors) and tricyclics are both types of antidepressants that affect the levels of neurotransmitters in the brain. However, they are not widely used today because they have significant negative side effects and there are newer classes of antidepressants that have been developed with fewer side effects. Option A is incorrect because neither MAOIs nor tricyclics are effective treatments for schizophrenia. Option B is incorrect because research has consistently shown that antidepressants like MAOIs and tricyclics are more effective than placebos for treating depression. Option D is incorrect because these medications do not work by affecting the activity of GABA, but rather by affecting levels of serotonin, norepinephrine, and/or dopamine in the brain.

Which of the Following Is True About MAOIs and Tricyclics