citalopram

n. an antidepressant of the SSRI class. It exerts its action by blocking the presynaptic serotonin transporter, preventing reabsorption of serotonin into the presynaptic neuron and thereby increasing levels of available serotonin in the synaptic cleft without increasing overall levels of serotonin in the brain. U.S. trade name: Celexa.

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Psychology term of the day

December 23rd 2024

mental health clinic

an outpatient facility for the diagnosis and treatment of psychological and behavioral problems.