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Do psychiatric meds that affect neurotransmitter and receptors in the brain, cause any death of brain cells/ kill neurons? Do they reduced intelligence? And, only if receptors are affected, can receptors be rebuilt over time? In short, do psychiatric medicines kill brain cells? Please guide corry. Thanks
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Ms. Rupali Mohbe
Clinical Psychologist
25 yrs exp
Ahmedabad
Hi, I appreciate that you reached out with your concern.
Psychiatric medications do not kill brain cells. They work by regulating neurotransmitter activity to restore balance in the brain. The brain is highly adaptable, and any changes in receptors can rebuild over time. If you have concerns about long-term effects, consider discussing them with your psychiatrist for personalized guidance.
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Dr. Shailaja Bandla
Psychiatrist
19 yrs exp
Vijayawada
Hi.. actually it's the other way round. Medicines can help release some factors like BDNF for restoring and maintaining neuronal function.
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Dr. Yogesh Motwani
Psychiatrist
12 yrs exp
Jaipur
Hello. Psychiatric treatment does not cause death of brain cells. It alters the receptors of neurons only. Receptors are continuously upregulated and downregulated according to the neurotransmitters available in the brain. Many Psychiatric disorders are due to abnormality in the receptors. Medications helps in making those receptors work in adequate amount.
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