Surprising source of serotonin could affect antidepressant activity
Monday, March 30, 2015 - 11:01
in Health & Medicine
An unconventional way that serotonin is released from neurons could play an important role in the mechanism through which antidepressant drugs work, scientists report. Serotonin is a chemical in the brain that plays a key role in regulating various emotions and behaviors. An imbalance in serotonin signaling is generally thought to contribute to depression.