Serotonin is an important neurotransmitter in the function of the central nervous system and the gastrointestinal tract in both non-vertebrates and vertebrates. Serotonin is involved in the ...

Although essential marine omega-3 fatty acids and vitamin D have been shown to improve cognitive function and behavior in the context of certain brain disorders, the underlying mechanism has been ...

Years before someone with Parkinson's disease has any movement-related symptoms, slight malfunctions of the brain's serotonin system could be an early warning sign that the roots of PD are taking hold ...

Women and men appear to respond differently to the same biochemical manipulation. Major depressive disorder is one of the most common mental disorders, and it is also one of the most studied. A new ...

Years before someone with Parkinson's disease has any movement-related symptoms, slight malfunctions of the brain's serotonin system could be an early warning sign that the roots of PD are taking hold ...

In a study looking at brain scans of people with mild loss of thought and memory ability, Johns Hopkins researchers report evidence of lower levels of the serotonin transporter—a natural brain ...

Researchers have produced the first complete model describing the role serotonin plays in the structure and development of the brain. Also known as 5-hydroxytryptamine (5-HT), serotonin is an ...

The first complete model to describe the role that serotonin plays in brain development and structure has been created by researchers. Serotonin is an important neuromodulator of brain development and ...

Recent research aims to build an understanding of serotonin’s role across different tissues and cellular pathways ...

Research shows saffron may be as effective as antidepressants for treating depression symptoms and could also boost sexual ...