Serotonin Transporter
Protein responsible for reabsorbing serotonin in the brain.
Scientific: Biotechnology, MedicineNeurobiology / Synaptic Transmission
The serotonin transporter is a crucial protein that helps regulate mood and other functions by removing serotonin from nerve synapses. Mutations or malfunctions in this protein can contribute to mental health disorders like depression and Parkinson's disease.
Neurotransmission
The process of transmitting signals between neurons.
Scientific: Biotechnology, MedicineNeurobiology / Synaptic Transmission
Neurotransmission is how our brain cells communicate with each other. Chemicals called neurotransmitters are released from one neuron and received by another, allowing for the transmission of information throughout the nervous system.
Serotonin
A neurotransmitter that regulates mood, sleep, and appetite.
Scientific: Biotechnology, MedicineNeurobiology / Neurotransmitter
Serotonin is a chemical messenger in the brain that plays a vital role in regulating mood, sleep patterns, appetite, and other functions. Imbalances in serotonin levels are linked to various mental health conditions.
Antidepressants
Medications used to treat depression and other mental health disorders.
Pharmaceutical: PharmaceuticalMental Health / Treatment
Antidepressants are a class of drugs designed to alleviate symptoms of depression and other mood disorders. They work by affecting the levels or activity of certain neurotransmitters in the brain.
Depression
A mental health disorder characterized by persistent sadness and loss of interest.
Medical Condition: HealthcareMental Health / Mood Disorders
Depression is a common mental illness that affects mood, thoughts, and behavior. Symptoms can include persistent sadness, hopelessness, fatigue, loss of interest in activities, changes in appetite or sleep patterns, and difficulty concentrating.
Parkinson's Disease
A progressive neurodegenerative disorder affecting movement.
Medical Condition: HealthcareNeurology / Movement Disorders
Parkinson's disease is a chronic brain disorder that causes tremors, stiffness, slow movements, and difficulty with balance. It is caused by the degeneration of dopamine-producing neurons in the brain.
Mutations
Changes in the DNA sequence.
Genetic: Biotechnology, MedicineGenetics / DNA Alterations
Mutations are alterations in the DNA code. They can be inherited or occur spontaneously and can lead to variations in traits or diseases.
Psychatric Disorders
Mental illnesses affecting mood, thinking, and behavior.
Medical Condition: HealthcareMental Health / Diagnosis
Psychiatric disorders encompass a wide range of mental health conditions that affect an individual's thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. They can include anxiety disorders, mood disorders, personality disorders, and schizophrenia.