Posted by Lou Pilder on June 29, 2010, at 7:37:20
In reply to Re: The biology of depression: Wolkowitz brings hope, posted by linkadge on June 28, 2010, at 14:08:43
> Well, the stress model of major depression is still only theoretical. It may not explain why some of us experience recurrent depression in the absence of significant life stress.
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> In the flinders animal model of depression, hippocampal neurogenesis is actually increased. In this model, theraputic nortriptyline or citalopram actually lowers hippocampal neurogenesis. Also, in animal models, escitalopram has no effect on hippocampal neurogensis.
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> Also, this does not explain why ECT or sleep deprivation can induce rapid improvement in depression. Theres not enough time here for new brain cells to mature and become funtioning.
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> LinkadgeLinkage,
Thank you for posting the above. I see that it shows judgment, critical thinking and more. I would like for you to look at some of the threads now on the admin and faith boards and if you could post your views there, I would appreciate it.
Lou
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