Essays about: "SSRIs"

Showing result 1 - 5 of 7 essays containing the word SSRIs.

  1. 1. Ethical Limbo and Enhanced Informed Consent in Psychedelic-Assisted Therapy : Identifying New Challenges and Ethical Dimensions

    University essay from Linköpings universitet/Avdelningen för filosofi och tillämpad etik

    Author : Rawad Yonus; [2023]
    Keywords : classic psychedelics; psychedelic experience; mystical experience; biomedical ethics; informed consent;

    Abstract : Human cultures have used classic psychedelics for healing purposes for millennia, emphasizing their subjective effects. In the 21st century, research has been revived to investigate the therapeutic effects of these substances. READ MORE

  3. 2. The impact of selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors on amygdala activation in patients with panic disorder

    University essay from Högskolan i Skövde/Institutionen för biovetenskap

    Author : Anton Kvarnström; [2023]
    Keywords : Panic disorder; selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors; amygdala; amygdala activation; serotonin;

    Abstract : Panic disorder (PD) is a debilitating anxiety disorder that often reduces the quality of life and some of its symptoms are physical distress and fear. PD is often comorbid with other anxiety disorders and depressive disorders and also cardiovascular and respiratory illnesses. READ MORE

  4. 3. Social anxiety disorder : SSRI vs. placebo

    University essay from Högskolan i Skövde/Institutionen för biovetenskap

    Author : Milica Egic; [2021]
    Keywords : SSRI; placebo; social anxiety disorder; generalized SAD; efficacy;

    Abstract : Social anxiety disorder (SAD) is characterized by fear and avoidance of social interactions and situations in which an individual is being the focus of attention. This current thesis aims to examine the efficacy of pharmacological treatment, particularly selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) in individuals with a generalized social anxiety disorder (gSAD) in comparison with placebo (no active medication). READ MORE

  5. 4. Selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors in the Baltic Sea region : The effects of SSRI on teleost fish

    University essay from Södertörns högskola/Institutionen för naturvetenskap, miljö och teknik

    Author : Ida Skaring; [2018]
    Keywords : SSRI; Teleost; Physical effect; Behavioral effect; Ecological impact;

    Abstract : Pharmaceuticals, enter the aquatic environments through sewage treatment plants and may affect fish. This examination paper is a literature study that focuses on Selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors, SSRIs, exposure and the impacts on teleosts in the Baltic Sea by assessment of peer-reviewed literature and material. READ MORE

  6. 5. Comparing the serotonergic system in vertebrates and invertebrates

    University essay from Linköpings universitet/Institutionen för fysik, kemi och biologi

    Author : Elin Hessling; [2017]
    Keywords : Serotonergic system; serotonin receptors; SSRIs; serotonin transporter protein;

    Abstract : The serotonergic system is involved in a broad range of functions in both vertebrates and invertebrates and is highly conserved across taxa. Serotonin is an important monoamine acting in the brains of humans and animals, and has large and varying influences on many aspects of an individual’s life. READ MORE