Posted by Crazy Horse on August 1, 2006, at 11:37:01
In reply to Caffeine/Coffee, posted by jealibeanz on July 31, 2006, at 17:21:20
> Does anyone know what caffeine stimulates? Is it related to an increase in dopamine? I know that my mood is increased when I drink coffee. Maybe this could be some sort of hint as to what type of medication may help my depression?
It absolutely increases dopamine, and strong coffee lifts my mood too..used to a lot more when i was younger then it does now (have developed tolerance i suppose). And you are correct, if it increase your mood, i think you (and me) are dopamine deficent. This is why i think dopaminergic meds like EMSAM and Lyrica work best for me. I still drink my coffee too :) Best wishes to you, and good insight!
Monte
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