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- 35 Years
- 01/04/2021
What happens in brain during depression?
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Hippocampus in the brain releases cortisol. The influx of cortisol triggered by depression causes the amygdala to enlarge. This is a part of the brain associated with emotional responses. When it becomes larger and more active, it causes sleep disturbances, changes in activity levels, and changes in other hormones.
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