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The Truth About Serotonin and Depression
29:02 - 35:26 (06:24)
Although a recent study found that serotonin levels can't fully explain depression, the study's results have been misinterpreted to suggest that antidepressants like SSRIs are not helpful in treating depression, however, evidence has shown that serotonin is involved in circuits of the brain that affect mood and well-being.
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The idea that low serotonin levels are the cause of depression has recently been called into question by a study.
29:02 - 31:09 (02:07)
Summary
The idea that low serotonin levels are the cause of depression has recently been called into question by a study. Although drugs that increase serotonin such as Prozac often help depression sufferers, it is not because they are restoring serotonin levels directly rather they are working through some other complex mechanism despite the fact that they are often marketed as SSRI antidepressants.
ChapterThe Truth About Serotonin and Depression
EpisodeWhat Alcohol Does to Your Body, Brain & Health
PodcastHuberman Lab
Most people feel better after having a few sips of alcohol due to its effect on serotonin, but there is a subset of people with gene variants or chronic drinkers for whom alcohol becomes more intoxicating with each drink.
31:09 - 35:26 (04:16)
Summary
Most people feel better after having a few sips of alcohol due to its effect on serotonin, but there is a subset of people with gene variants or chronic drinkers for whom alcohol becomes more intoxicating with each drink.