Evidence supporting the use of: Serotonin
For the health condition: Anxiety Disorders

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Synopsis

Source of validity: Scientific
Rating (out of 5): 4

Serotonin is a neurotransmitter that plays a key role in mood regulation, and there is robust scientific evidence linking serotonin levels to anxiety disorders. Many pharmacological treatments for anxiety, such as selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs), are designed to increase serotonin activity in the brain. Numerous clinical trials and meta-analyses have demonstrated that SSRIs are effective in reducing symptoms of various anxiety disorders, including generalized anxiety disorder, social anxiety disorder, and panic disorder. This therapeutic effect is believed to be due to the enhancement of serotonergic neurotransmission, which helps modulate mood and anxiety levels.

However, it is important to note that exogenous serotonin (e.g., taking serotonin directly as a supplement) is not used clinically for anxiety disorders because serotonin itself does not cross the blood-brain barrier effectively. Instead, medications that increase the availability or action of serotonin within the brain are the standard of care. Thus, while direct supplementation with serotonin is not practiced, the scientific rationale for targeting the serotonin system in the treatment of anxiety disorders is well-established and supported by decades of research.

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Other health conditions supported by Serotonin

Anxiety
Anxiety Disorders
Depression
Mood Swings
Seasonal Affective Disorder

Products containing Serotonin

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