Posted by Pfinstegg on June 2, 2003, at 11:37:22
In reply to Re: HPA aix and non-suppression » Pfinstegg, posted by jrbecker on June 1, 2003, at 11:24:42
I thought that was interesting, too- that being purely atypical or melancholic are more severe types of depression than having a mixture of symptoms. It does make sense, though, when you look at the chart of CNS functioning for the two types. The "pure" types had either a much more overactive HPA axis (melancholic), or a more over-suppressive frontal region (atypical), while the mixed syndromes probably have less abnormal brain function. I didn't know any of this.
I'm so glad you posted that article. It was one of the most informative i have ever read, particularly because it places the HPA axis in context with the frontal lobes, amygdala, etc.
As you learn more, I hope you will keep sharing your knowledge - I feel certain that I am not alone in finding it extremely valuable. And thanks!
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