Are behavioural tests analysing depression-like behaviour effective for assessing depression and antidepressant efficacy?
Abstract
Behavioral tests are useful for assessing depression-like behaviors and evaluating antidepressant efficacy in animal models, but their findings must be interpreted carefully due to translational and contextual limitations.
Fields of Study & Subjects
Treatment of Major Depression
Neurotransmitter Receptor Influence on Behavior
Tryptophan and brain disorders
Publication details
- Journal / source
- Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)
- Publication date
- 25 February 2026
- Language
- EN