Age-related GABA decline is associated with poor cognition
Tuesday, January 17, 2017 - 22:01
in Psychology & Sociology
Diminishing levels of GABA, the primary inhibitory neurotransmitter in the brain, may play a role in cognitive decline as we age, according to a new study. The study shows an association between higher GABA concentrations in the frontal lobe, a brain region important for complex cognitive functioning, and superior performance on a cognitive test in healthy older adults.