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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
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Furvah Shah

‘No clear evidence’ depression caused by low serotonin

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Depression may not be caused by low levels of serotonin, according to new research.

A review of existing studies by University College London (UCL) found that depression is not likely to be caused by a chemical imbalance and asked patients to consider other treatments over antidepressant medication.

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