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Neurosteroid Synthesis Modulation

Meaning

Neurosteroid Synthesis Modulation refers to the pharmacological or nutritional manipulation of the biochemical pathways responsible for producing neurosteroids directly within the central and peripheral nervous systems. Neurosteroids are steroid molecules synthesized de novo in the brain from cholesterol or steroid precursors, acting locally to influence neuronal excitability and mood. Clinical modulation aims to optimize the local concentrations of these neuroprotective and mood-regulating molecules to improve cognitive and psychological health.