Brian is a 70-year-old man who has recently been diagnosed with Alzheimer's Disease. Because Alzheimer's Disease has a genetic component, Brian is worried that his family is also at risk of developing the neurological disorder. As the disorder progresses Brian has a difficult time remembering details about his personal life or even recognizing his own son.
-In response to his disorder,Brian develops depression and his doctor prescribes an SSRI for him.Apart from serotonin,low levels of _________ are also implicated in the development of depression.

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Low levels of norepinephrine are also implicated in the development of depression. SSRI medications primarily target serotonin levels in the brain, but other neurotransmitters such as norepinephrine, dopamine, and GABA are also involved in mood regulation.

Brian Is a 70-Year-Old Man Who Has Recently Been Diagnosed