To treat depression, anxiety disorders, and social phobia in adolescence, a class of drugs known as ________ has been shown to be effective, especially when used in conjunction with cognitive behavioral therapy.

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Selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) have been shown to be effective in treating depression, anxiety disorders, and social phobia in adolescence. They work by increasing the levels of serotonin, a neurotransmitter involved in regulating mood, in the brain. When used in conjunction with cognitive behavioral therapy, SSRIs have been shown to have the greatest therapeutic benefit. The other options listed (B, C, and D) are not commonly used to treat these specific conditions in adolescence.

To Treat Depression, Anxiety Disorders, and Social Phobia in Adolescence