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FeaturedNeurosciencePsychology·October 20, 2016·6 min readMapping Serotonin Dynamics in the Living BrainResearchers have developed a new imaging technique that could aid in the development of antidepressants.Read More
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FeaturedNeurologyPsychology·September 1, 2015·5 min readBlocking Memory Pathway Could Prevent PTSDA new study reports that serotonin promotes the consolidation of traumatic memories following stress events. Additionally, SSRI medications which are commonly prescribed for PTSD may make the condition worse by enhancing the effects of serotonin.Read More
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