Scientists and mental health researchers have long been collecting evidence to discover what causes depression. Their goal is to find a specific neurotransmitter or system that could be targeted to develop a new class of antidepressant medication that would be more effective for the masses, result in less side effects, and be considered safe. While …
NRX-1074 is a new antidepressant under development by the biotech company Naurex. It is this same company that has already been granted “fast track” status by the FDA for their intravenous antidepressant GLYX-13 – which shows significant promise. Naurex’s private stock has been steadily rising due to emergence of preliminary evidence suggesting that both of …
Many people are familiar with making lifestyle changes for self-improvement. In recent years, a concept called “biohacking” has emerged and taken the concept of personal development to a new level. It uses scientific quantification to track how someone is actually improving in a certain area of their life. Biohacking is often used to increase longevity, …
Many people seek out treatment for their depression from general practitioners and psychiatrists. If you have a serious mental illness that requires pharmaceutical treatment, it is generally best to work with a quality psychiatrist. Regardless of whether you seek the help of a psychiatrist or simply go to your family doctor, finding the right antidepressant …
Despite all the backlash antidepressants get from those that have used them, many people find them helpful. In fact, some people with various types of mental illnesses such as depression, anxiety disorders, and OCD may end up having some of the best times of their lives while medicated. Those that had never been able to …
Many people are taking antidepressants to treat major depression or one of the many other conditions (i.e. anxiety, PTSD, OCD) for which they are prescribed. Antidepressants are clinically effective based on scientific research, which is why they are accepted as being first-line treatment options for depression. For certain people, taking antidepressants have improved their life …
GABA Reuptake Inhibitors (GRIs) function by inhibiting the reuptake of the neurotransmitter GABA (gamma-aminobutyric acid). The inhibition of GABA reuptake inevitably leads to more gamma-aminobutyric acid between synapses. The effects of GRI medications typically involve decreasing arousal in the central nervous system, leading to anxiolytic effects, sedation, and altered states of consciousness. These medications are …