Dr.Blagovich is interested in understanding how antidepressants affect brain structure.After administering SSRIs to a group of rats for several weeks,Dr.Blagovich analyzes their brain tissue.He is likely to find an increase in ____.

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Studies have shown that administering SSRIs (selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors) to rats for several weeks can lead to an increase in the number of neurons in the hippocampus, a brain region associated with mood regulation and antidepressant effects. Therefore, Dr. Blagovich is likely to find an increase in the numbers of neurons in the hippocampus. Choices A, B, and C are less likely to be affected by antidepressants or have conflicting results in the research.

DrBlagovich Is Interested in Understanding How Antidepressants Affect Brain Structure