Article ID Journal Published Year Pages File Type
5845308 Progress in Neuro-Psychopharmacology and Biological Psychiatry 2011 11 Pages PDF
Abstract
► We review the links between endocannabinoids, depression and actions of antidepressants. ► Deficiencies in endocannabinoid signaling produce symptoms of depression. ► Facilitation of endocannabinoid signaling produces antidepressant-like effects. ► Endocannabinoids may mediate the effects of some conventional antidepressants.
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