Since SSRI raise serotonin levels almost immediately , why isnt there an immediate effect if depressed people lack serotonin ?

Question

Since SSRI raise serotonin levels almost immediately , why isnt there an immediate effect if depressed people lack serotonin ?

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Answer 1

While we do know that SSRI’s help a range of disorders and illnesses, we don’t know exactly why. We also don’t exactly know what causes depression.