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Neurotransmitter Homeostasis

Meaning

Neurotransmitter homeostasis is the critical physiological state of maintaining a stable and optimal equilibrium in the synthesis, controlled release, receptor binding, and subsequent clearance of chemical messengers in the nervous system. This delicate balance is paramount for stable emotional states, consistent cognitive processing, and appropriate physiological responses to internal and external stimuli. Disruption of this equilibrium is implicated in numerous neuropsychiatric conditions.