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- Monoamine Oxidase Type - BMonoamine Oxidase-B (MAO-B) is the subject of many anti-aging studies, the enzyme is involved with the aging process. It is a common enemy when battling depression, parkinson's disease and hormonal imbalance.
The Nervous System: Understanding SynapsesSynapses are the points at which chemical and electrical signals are sent and received between cells. The cells often rely on neurotransmitters for the passage of information.- A Physiological Look at DepressionDepression is a complex disorder with multiple causes, symptoms, and treatment options. This article examines those related to the physiological underpinnings of depression.
Detecting Molecules that Influence EmotionsThis article examines new ways that molecules in the body can be visualized and studied by the use of fluorescence.
SSRI AntidepressantsSelective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) is a class of medication that is prescribed for depression. Learn about these drugs and their side effects.- How to Save a RelationshipThis incorporates the science of how being in love works, as well as falling out of love. By understanding that there is a real way to rekindle love through scientific methods, it is almost certain to elevate the passion yet again!
Agonists vs. AntagonistsWhat is an agonist, an antagonist, and what are the difference between the two? Includes complete definitions and common examples.- Drugs, Addication and the BrainThe article will discuss drug addiction and its effects on the brain.
- Could Neurotransmitter Deficiency Disorder Be the Cause of ObesityYou exercise five days a week, eat a lean, vegetable-rich diet, and avoid carbohydrates religiously. Yet, no matter how hard you try, you can't lose weight. Perhaps you even gain weight! It's not your fault, and here's why!
- Could the Obesity Epidemic in America Be Due to Neurotransmitter DepletionWeight doctors and fitness trainers insist that the only way to lose weight is diet and exercise. Yet, so many people seem unable to lose weight no matter how hard they try. Could the doctors be wrong?
- Happiness Chemicals; Dopamine, Neurotransmitters, and BeyondYou can't directly make neurotransmitters--that's a hype the medical companies want you to believe. Rather, learn how you can create the base proteins like tryophan and why a proper living cycle is important to your emotional health.
- How Mental Health Medications Work: An OverviewHow exactly does Seroquel or Cymbalta work? This article breaks down the function of mental health medication types and how they may or may not help you.
- Biochemical Research: Hormone Imbalance and Neurotransmitter ImbalanceA brief analysis of what happens in the brain when people are depressed, and what current medications do.
- The History of Electroconvulsive TherapyElectroconvulsive therapy (ECT) has been hyped to be a terrible treatment and surrounded by far fetching myths- most of which have arisen simply due to ignorance about the procedure.
- Depression: A Disease of the MindThis is an article about Depression. It includes information on the causes, types, treatments, etc. of Depression.
- Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitors: The Impact on Biological PsychologyThis paper discusses the impact of SSRIs (selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors) on biological psychology.
- Schizophrenia: Symptoms & TreatmentsWhat is Schizophrenia? What causes it? How can those afflicted reclaim their lives?
- Current Issues in PharmacologyThere are many issues concerning pharmacology and whether or not medications are good for the brain. One question which may arise in on this particular subject is whether or not children or adolescence should be diagnosed with bipolar disorder, or otherwise known as PBD.
The Way to a Good Mood is Through the StomachFood has power over us. Big time. The bank of our emotions has a branch in the digestive system through chemical messengers called neurotransmitters. Can this power be controlled and how?
Mood Altering FoodsFeeling stressed, tired or depressed? Maybe you're not eating the right foods.
Fuel for the Brain!!Diet tips for staying in top mental health. We know that the foods we eat affect the body.
Facts About SSRIsA list of common selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors and how they work.
Healthy Foods that Boost Your MoodEating healthy is good for you, but did you know it can also make you happier and alleviate depression? These foods are good for your body and your brain.
Study: Potential New Treatment for Brain Recovery After InjuryAfter a brain injury such as a stroke, the brain releases large amounts of GABA. Researchers at UCLA found that too much GABA prevents brain recovery and an inhibitor of GABA dramatically improved brain recovery in mice.- Why Love is like a DrugFalling in love can be intoxicating - and new research shows it shares similarities with the effects of drugs such as cocaine. How does falling in love affect the brain?
How to Calm Your Child's Brain for SleepMany parents of children with neurological disorders, such as Autism, ADHD or SPD, struggle to help their child with sleep. This article explains possible reasons for sleep problems and holistic ways to help calm the active brain.- Singing the Sugar BluesScientists have recently discovered evidence linking sugar intake to depression. Find out how to potentially improve your mood without medicine.
- Anxiety Medication Drugs and Their UsagesThere are a lot of anti-anxiety medications out there. This article is just an overview of some.
- Factors that Affect Your MoodOur mood and feelings are influenced by temperature, foods, exercise, hormonal fluctuations, light, music, and interactions with other people. This article discusses how food and the internal body clock affect a person's mood and feelings.
- Explaining Anxiety MedicationsThere are a large number of anxiety medications out there. My article explains somw of the different types and what they do.
- Improve Your Mood by Changing Your DietMaking changes to your diet can change your mood and fight off depression.
- Exercise to Stay YoungStudies have shown that continuing to exercise well into your senior years can keep your mind and body strong and healthy.
- Neurotransmitters in PsychiatryPsychiatric drugs act on neurotransmitters. This is why there are so many bad side effects. Alternative treatments are recommended.
- The Top Reason Why Diets FailDiets fail because they are designed to fail. Given below is the reason why they fail
- GABA: Gamma-Aminobutyric AcidGamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA) is the most abundant inhibitory transmitter in the brain taking up nearly forty percent of all the neurotransmitters.
- Foods that Fight DepressionThe food you bring into your body works like a domino effect on your brain. Eat well, and your brain manages its system well. Deprive it of essential nutrients and depression can result.
- Feeling Stressed? Try These Four Foods that CalmIf you're feeling stressed, could your eating habits be to blame? Here's how to add calming foods to your diet.
3 Tips for a Healthy Start This YearStress, toxins, diet and attitude can make a difference in overall health. Taking signals from your gut offers a guide to healthier living.
Erase Bad Memories?Science has made yet another breakthrough with the ability to erase particular memories in experimental mice. What could this mean for humans in the future?- Researchers Find Potential Therapies for Brain Injuries, NeurodisordersScientists at Georgia Tech have developed a novel method for helping promote new cell growth in the brain and central nervous system, with hopes for developing therapies for Alzheimer's and Parkinson syndrome
