Serotonin-specific reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs)are known actually to be MAO-inhibitors,now that we know the neurotransmitter involved.

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SSRIs are not MAO-inhibitors. They work by blocking the reabsorption of serotonin in the brain, leading to increased levels of the neurotransmitter in the synaptic cleft. MAO inhibitors, on the other hand, block the enzyme monoamine oxidase, which is responsible for breaking down neurotransmitters such as serotonin, dopamine, and norepinephrine.

Serotonin-Specific Reuptake Inhibitors (SSRIs)are Known Actually to Be MAO-Inhibitors,now That