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 …
ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder) is characterized by symptoms of inattentiveness and hyperactivity. Most professionals would agree that there are at least three subtypes of ADHD including: inattentive-type, hyperactive/impulsive-type, and a combined type. While ADHD was once thought to be a problem at only affected children, it is now widely accepted that people of any age can be …
Brain zaps are commonly reported electrical shock sensations that are often experienced during discontinuation of antidepressant medications. Other common names for brain zaps include: brain shivers, electrical shocks, and brain shocks. People often describe them as feeling electrical current uncontrollably zapping their brains, which can be extremely frightening and uncomfortable. A person experiencing these zaps …
Nootropics have become a popular trend throughout the world in and specifically within the realms of academics, biohacking, sports performance, and high-level occupational settings. Let’s face it, some people are competitive and may want to have a cognitive advantage over their competition. In order to gain this advantage, they may resort to taking supplements or …
People with life-threatening, terminal forms of cancer are subject to high levels of anxiety. Generally this stems from the awareness that death could be an imminent possibility. Many researchers have focused on how to increase the quality of life among individuals with terminal cancer prior to their passing and specifically focused on addressing levels of anxiety …
Social anxiety is described simply as a “fear of social situations.” If you have social anxiety, you know how tough it can be to hold a simple conversation let alone make a friend. Estimates reveal that just under 20 million people in the United States suffer from various forms of social anxiety. Symptoms can be …
Bipolar disorder is characterized by uncontrollable mood swings typically from a depressed state of functioning to either mania or hypomania. Most people with Bipolar disorder tend to have a genetic predisposition to the illness, but even those without a genetic predisposition can develop it. The trend in society among psychiatrists and mental health professionals is …