Understanding TCA: What is the full form of TCA in depression?
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Tricyclic antidepressants (TCAs) were first developed in the late 1950s, making them one of the earliest types of antidepressants used to treat major depressive disorder. In this context, **TCA** is the abbreviation for **Tricyclic Antidepressant**, a class of medication that affects mood-regulating brain chemicals.