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Neurochemical Homeostasis

Meaning

Neurochemical Homeostasis is the physiological state of dynamic equilibrium within the central nervous system, characterized by the stable and optimal balance of neurotransmitter synthesis, release, reuptake, and receptor sensitivity. This balance is critical for regulating mood, cognition, sleep, and overall behavioral stability. In hormonal health, this concept is inseparable from endocrine function, as hormones profoundly influence the production and action of neurochemicals like serotonin, dopamine, and GABA. Maintaining this delicate equilibrium is fundamental to mental and emotional well-being.