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The Forced Swim Test as a Model of Depressive-like Behavior
 

The Forced Swim Test as a Model of Depressive-like Behavior

Article DOI: 10.3791/52587
March 2nd, 2015

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Summary March 2nd, 2015

This protocol describes the forced swim test, which is used for the study of depressive-like behavior in rodents. This procedure involves placing an animal in a container filled with water that eventually will lead to the exhibition of immobility behavior, which is considered to reflect behavioral despair.

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