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Neurosteroid Receptor Function

Meaning

Neurosteroid Receptor Function describes the efficacy, speed, and specificity with which neurosteroids—steroid molecules synthesized de novo directly in the brain and glial cells—interact with their target receptors to rapidly modulate neuronal excitability and synaptic transmission. These unique, non-genomic steroid actions are distinct from classical endocrine signaling, playing critical, fast-acting roles in mood regulation, anxiety reduction, memory consolidation, and the architecture of sleep. Optimal function is essential for profound neurocognitive and emotional well-being.