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The Serotonin Hypothesis: Controversies and Nuance with Awais Aftab, MD

Psychiatry & Psychotherapy Podcast

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The Serotonin Debate: Mood, Behavior, and Treatment

This chapter explores the complex role of serotonin in mood regulation, focusing on recent studies that link serotonin levels to impulsivity, aggression, and emotional processing. It tackles the controversy surrounding the serotonin deficiency theory in depression and the efficacy of antidepressants, emphasizing the divergence between academic research and public perception. The discussion also highlights natural methods to boost serotonin, including exercise, while critiquing skepticism in the scientific community regarding its established influence.

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