Posted by Shawn. T. on July 18, 2002, at 20:10:48
In reply to Re: enhancing and decreasing the same neurotransmitter, posted by hawkeye on July 18, 2002, at 6:04:03
Schizophrenia is a serotonergic problem, not a dopaminergic problem. A drug need not have any effects on dopamine receptors to be an effective schizophrenia treatment. Serotonin 5-HT2a and
5-HT2c receptors are one of the body's most important regulatory mechanisms. They control cortisol excretion, dopamine levels, etc. Indirectly, these two receptors have a huge impact on the body. Excessive dopamine activity is a problem in schizophrenia, but giving people with this disorder drugs that effect dopamine receptors is an ill conceived notion. I've already provided so many links to support what I'm saying, so I'm just going to let my words stand. For some nice suggestions on dietary supplements to reduce symptoms of schizophrenia, go to the following link and scroll down to schizophrenia. M,100,907 plus this knowledge will help to defeat schizophrenia.
http://www.gnc.com/health_notes/concerns.asp"In the United States, 25% of all hospital beds are occupied by people with schizophrenia."
Shawn
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