Serotonin's Role: Impulsivity, Aggression, Anxiety, and Cognition

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In this video, we explore the role of serotonin (5-HT) in shaping behavior and cognition. Using potent 5-HT releasers and psychedelics, we study how 5-HT influences impulsivity, aggression, anxiety, and learning. We also delve into how different serotonin levels impact behavior and how stimulating these receptors affects aggression, anxiety, and cognition. Discover the intricate interplay of serotonin in our brains in this intriguing exploration.

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[stahpitt]

This is amazing, it's impossible to find quality pharmacology content like this on youtube.

[Emadagban]

Excellent explanation. I couldn't find such a clear and thorough yet concise information on this topic elsewhere.

[kovacsmihai]

I found the video to be quite helpful. Thank you and keep up the good work. You've earned a new subscriber

[iamthefiremanjj]

With 5htp people take way too high of a dosage! It's nice to start out low like 10-20mg and taking it around 12-1pm is best because the serotonin boost is actually stimulating, have it with green tea for the ECGC. Later on, the serotonin will be able to be converted to melatonin and you will have better sleep as well! This is a good time because 5htp can raise cortisol levels, and we start to trickle down cortisol in the afternoon!

[Ace-oden]

This was so good I subscribed. Quality content 👌 amazing British voice. Intelligent, authoritative and mature. I was looking for a very deep, scientific explanation and I found it. I will be exploring more of your channel and content. Thanks.

[thebachu]

a very well done video, great information content. crisp delivery!

[melmars]

Such a helpful explanation. I had to go check out David Nutt and his research, as well as the Institute. So helpful for outlining the difference for 5ht1a and 5ht2a for me

[augustishotinaugust]

I wish they had much more information on what exactly dxm does to the brain and body

[zakirzak]

@2:16 5HT1A -is it presynaptic or postsynaptic??? .... I thought it is presynaptic as it is a reuptake auto inhibitor via the feedback

[ParallaxView]

I would like to suggest this lecture demonstrates why a person's diet should be examined before going the pharmaceutical rout. For example how much tryptophan is in a vegan diet vs a diet that includes animal products: milk, beef, fish, chicken. These are the highest foods in tryptophan. Look at the actual milligrams per gram, not just weather or not a food contains tryptophan.

[mms]

loved the video. What Uni year is this supposed to target?

[Azur_Vita]

Are thete natural ways to increase 5-HT e.g. MDMA ?

[Cathy-uxxd]

I have a high 5-hiaa urine result. I’m trying to understand why.

[ivannovoselac]

I was thinking that anxiety is learned behavior not chemical imbalance?

[Sci-Co]

so how can u enhance 5ht if it is depleted ??
how can you replenish it first ??
from my understanding it release it but if it depleted you get a headache

[psychpharm]

im waiting for the 1a's to be classified as a nootropic

[thealgorithm]

5-HTP provides a great source of serotonin for the brain to munch on. It is extremely affordable as well.

[sorianasor]

why stimulation of serotonin receptor a2 lead to depression

[morganamarianana]

ok my serotonin is very low. wtf do I do

[kalvinkalvarino]

I have to take medicine to raise my serotonin and dopamine levels. My brain is fucked lol