Some drugs that combat depression work by ________.

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Many antidepressants, such as selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs), work by increasing the amount of serotonin in the brain. This is because serotonin is known to regulate mood, and low levels of serotonin have been linked to depression. Blocking dopamine receptors (choice B) is not typically a treatment approach for depression. Inhibiting the function of the medulla and the pons (choice C) would have significant negative effects on basic bodily functions and is not a viable option for treating depression. Increasing the amount of acetylcholine in the brain (choice D) is not a common approach to treating depression.

Some Drugs That Combat Depression Work by ________