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Animal Models of Depression

Animal models of depression are animal studies used to understand the neurological and physiological behavior of depression in humans. By utilizing complex behavioral tests and biochemical analyses in animal models, researchers can better comprehend the biological factors that cause human depression and develop more…

Curated from this journal's research 📚 6 peer-reviewed articles cited Cited 11× across the literature 🔖 ISSN 2476-1710 🗓 Reviewed June 2026

Overview

Animal models of depression are animal studies used to understand the neurological and physiological behavior of depression in humans. By utilizing complex behavioral tests and biochemical analyses in animal models, researchers can better comprehend the biological factors that cause human depression and develop more effective treatment strategies. These animal studies are essential in helping us to understand the underlying mechanisms of depression, which allows physicians to customize treatments based on individuals’ needs. Additionally, animal models provide insight on the effectiveness of potential therapy such as psychotherapy and drug treatments. Furthermore, animal models have been used to develop new drugs, such as SSRIs, while testing the safety and efficacy of existing ones. Through this research, we can ultimately more effectively prevent and treat depression in humans.

Research published in this journal

6 peer-reviewed articles, ranked by relevance. Each links to its DOI.

How this research is being cited

The 6 articles above have been cited 11 times in the scholarly literature. Citation data via OpenAlex and Crossref, updated Jun 2026.

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Editorial oversight

Curated from peer-reviewed research published in Depression And Therapy (ISSN 2476-1710).

Journal editorial board
Ladislav Volicer · United States Roberto Maniglio · Italy

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