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Neurotransmitter Dynamics

Meaning

The study of the continuous, complex changes in the synthesis, release, receptor binding, reuptake, and enzymatic degradation of chemical messengers in the nervous system. This concept encompasses the moment-to-moment regulation of key neurotransmitters like serotonin, dopamine, and GABA, which profoundly influence mood, cognition, sleep, and endocrine signaling throughout the body. Understanding these precise dynamics is crucial for addressing neurological and hormonal imbalances clinically.