Melatonin helps you fall asleep, while serotonin helps you wake up feeling refreshed.
A newer study suggests a possible autoimmune reaction to serotonin.
Low Serotonin
No neurotransmitter acts alone.
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They all work together in a complex web of activity that scientists are really just beginning to understand.
Serotonin deficiency is associated with many physical and psychological symptoms.
However, taking too much of a drug that raises serotonin levels can cause a dangerous condition calledserotonin syndrome.
If you suspect serotonin syndrome, you should get emergency medical help as soon as possible.
Symptoms of serotonin syndrome include:
With treatment, serotonin syndrome typically resolves within a few days.
In rare cases, it can be fatal.
The simplest way to boost serotonin levels is by getting more sunlight.
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