Because if they do, but they are still depressed then that's clear evidence that the forced swim test is worthless. Worthless for measuring antidepressants, ma

Because if they do, but they are still depressed then that's clear evidence that the forced swim test is worthless. Worthless for measuring antidepressants, maybe. But I'm sure you could find sponsors for a drug that causes someone to irrationally keep fighting, even if it has no effect on mood.