Aromatic amino acid decarboxylase (AADC) deficiency is a rare, autosomal recessively inherited neurometabolic disorder characterised by markedly reduced synthesis of key monoamine neurotransmitters ...

In the intricate chemical symphony of the brain, glutamate stands as the principal conductor. As the brain's most abundant excitatory neurotransmitter, glutamate facilitates our ability to learn, form ...

Autism spectrum disorders (ASD) involve mild to severe impairment of social, behavioral and communication abilities. These disorders can significantly impact performance at school, in employment and ...

A new study reveals how young synapses gradually mature to send chemical signals correctly — a process that can take days and depends on neural activity.

The main symptom of generalized anxiety disorder is excessive worry for at least 6 months. It's often caused by genetic, ...

Panic disorder symptoms include recurring panic attacks, which develop into fear and avoidance of situations that may trigger ...

Early research suggests a brain test may predict whether antidepressants will cause sexual dysfunction. There has never been ...

MONDAY, Oct. 6, 2025 (HealthDay News) — An approved pill for Alzheimer’s disease might help boost social functioning in some ...