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2220-3206 (online) |
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Psychiatry |
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| Article Title |
Progress on the neurotrophic effects of antidepressant drugs
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Invited Manuscript |
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Pan Jing, Xi-Cheng Liu, Xiao-Peng Yin, Ye Fu, Qing Tian and Xiao-Bin Zhang |
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Grant Number |
| Ningbo Top Medical and Health Research Program |
2022030410 |
| Zhejiang Medical and Health Science and Technology Project |
2023KY1126 |
| Suzhou Clinical Medical Center for Mood Disorders |
Szlcyxzx202109 |
| Suzhou Key Laboratory |
SZS2024016 |
| Multicenter Clinical Research on Major Diseases in Suzhou |
DZXYJ202413 |
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| Corresponding Author |
Xiao-Bin Zhang, Department of Psychiatry, Suzhou Guangji Hospital, The Affiliated Guangji Hospital of Soochow University, No. 11 Guangqian Road, Xiangcheng District, Suzhou 215137, Jiangsu Province, China. zhangxiaobim@163.com |
| Key Words |
Major depressive disorder; Neurotrophic factors; Synaptic plasticity; Neurogenesis; Antidepressant drugs |
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Major depressive disorder (MDD) is a complex disorder involving multiple neurotransmitters and brain regions. In patients with MDD, alterations may occur in the stability and functionality of these neural networks, extending beyond mere chemical imbalances. Antidepressants have neurotrophic effects that can enhance synaptic connections and stimulate the growth of new neurons, thus helping restore the function of neural networks. Synaptic and neurogenic enhancements induced by antidepressants require time to manifest and develop. These advances may yield more effective and safer antidepressants and improve the use of existing medications for patients with MDD. |
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2026-03-30 08:58 |
| Citation |
Jing P, Liu XC, Yin XP, Fu Y, Tian Q, Zhang XB. Progress on the neurotrophic effects of antidepressant drugs. World J Psychiatry 2026; 16(4): 115300
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https://www.wjgnet.com/2220-3206/full/v16/i4/115300.htm |
| DOI |
https://dx.doi.org/10.5498/wjp.v16.i4.115300 |
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