Docosahexanoic acid and omega-3 fatty acids in depression

lished studies have compared natural antidepressants to the selective serot onin (5-HT) reuptake inhibitors, which are the first-line agents for treati ng depression; however, several such studies are under way in the United St ates. Clearly, more research is necessary to clarify the gaps in knowledge about natural psychotropics.(38,39) This article reviews the state of knowl edge regarding docosahexanoic acid (DHA) and other omega -3 fatty acids (FA s) and their potential role in the treatment of depression and other mood d isorders.