Serotonin is a neurotransmitter produced in the brain known to influence the functioning of the
Any disruption in the synthesis,
Serotonin originates in neurons deep in the midline of the brainstem. Because these neurons profile diffusely throughout the...
One of the main tools in the fight against depression is the use of selective serotonin re-uptake inhibitors (SSRI) drugs such as Prozac.... Read more »
A few years ago, if I mentioned serotonin to a class of 18 year olds, I would have been met by a wall of silence and maybe a question about... Read more »
A fairly common scenario is that you're on a medication that works well initially, but after a while, it works less, and ultimately stops... Read more »
The selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) category of drugs have been on the scene for over 20 years since it was discovered that... Read more »
It’s always interesting to see what scientists are coming up with in terms of new studies. Results don’t always give useful... Read more »
Seniors who take selective serotonin re-uptake inhibitors (SSRIs) like Paxil, Prozac, and Zoloft are almost five times more likely to commit suicide... Read more »
A study of 79 patients had found that the selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) Paxil (paroxetine) may help treat people who suffer from... Read more »
Doctors at Northwestern University have found that patients who take selective serotonin re-uptake inhibitors (SSRIs) like Paxil to treat depression... Read more »
Experts at WebMD have compiled this list of myths about selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) antidepressants. SSRIs, which include such... Read more »
Selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) antidepressants increase a person's risk of bleeding in the upper gastrointestinal (GI) tract,... Read more »