Why do biological theories of anxiety disorders consider serotonin to be important?

a. serotonin is lower in the CSF of people with anxiety disorders
b. biochemical challenges that alter serotonin levels are related to increases or decreases in feelings of anxiety
c. people who are prescribed SSRIs, which increase serotonin, report that their feelings of anxiety decrease
d. all of the above

Answer: d. all of the above

Psychology

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