Serotonin
A neurotransmitter involved in mood regulation, sleep, and appetite. May play a role in ADHD, particularly in cases with co-occurring anxiety or depression.
Overview
Serotonin is a neurotransmitter involved in mood, sleep, and appetite that may play a role in ADHD, especially when anxiety or depression are present.
Detailed Description
Serotonin is primarily known for its role in mood regulation, but it also affects sleep, appetite, and other functions. While dopamine and norepinephrine are the primary neurotransmitters involved in ADHD, serotonin may play a role, particularly in ADHD with co-occurring anxiety or depression. Some ADHD medications also affect serotonin, and lifestyle factors like exercise and sunlight exposure support serotonin function.
How This Relates to ADHD
Understanding serotonin's role helps explain connections between ADHD and mood disorders, and why some treatments that affect serotonin may be helpful.
Treatment and Management
Lifestyle factors like regular exercise, adequate sleep, sunlight exposure, and nutrition support serotonin function. Some medications also affect serotonin.
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