SSRIs (inhibidores selectivos de la recaptación de serotonina)

Selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) are a type of medication commonly used to treat depression and anxiety. They work by increasing the levels of serotonin, a neurotransmitter that influences mood, in the brain. Normally, after serotonin is released, it is reabsorbed into nerve cells; SSRIs block this reabsorption, allowing more serotonin to remain available to help improve mood and emotional well-being. They are called "selective" because they mainly target serotonin, minimizing effects on other neurotransmitters, and are generally well tolerated, making them a popular choice for mental health treatment.