Serotonergic systems

被引:61
作者
Graeff, FG [1 ]
机构
[1] Univ Sao Paulo, FFCLRP, Lab Psicofarmacol, BR-14040901 Sao Paulo, Brazil
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10.1016/S0193-953X(05)70342-7
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R749 [精神病学];
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100205 ;
摘要
Since its identification in neurons of the central nervous systems (CNS), serotonin (5-HT) has been implicated in the pathophysiology of psychiatric disorders, such as schizophrenia, depression, generalized anxiety disorder (GAD), panic disorder (PD), and obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD). These findings have stimulated research on brain 5-HT pathways, especially during the last two decades as more selective drugs have been introduced into medical practice. This article reviews selected topics relevant for psychiatry.
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