The "neurotrophic" theory of antidepressant efficacy proposes that antidepressants work by
A)enhancing neurotrophic factors that reverse stress-induced damage to various brain regions
B)enhancing the neurotransmission between monoamine-releasing neurons and other neurons
C)reversing the deleterious effects of monoamines on neuronal architecture.

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The "neurotrophic" theory of antidepressant efficacy proposes that antidepressants work by enhancing neurotrophic factors that reverse stress-induced damage to various brain regions. This theory suggests that neurotrophic factors are reduced during depression and antidepressants can increase their levels, leading to the growth and survival of neurons and reversal of the damage caused by stress.

The "Neurotrophic" Theory of Antidepressant Efficacy Proposes That Antidepressants Work