Anxiety Disorders: Sex Differences in Serotonin and Tryptophan Metabolism

Volume: 18, Issue: 19, Pages: 1704 - 1715
Published: Dec 21, 2018
Abstract
Introduction: Anxiety disorders manifest in women more than in men by almost twofold. This narrative review aims to summarize the sex-related biological factors, which underpin anxiety, focusing on the interactions of sex and tryptophan/serotonin with anxiety. Methods: A literature search was conducted using Google Scholar, PubMed/MEDLINE, Scopus, and EMBASE databases from inception until December 31, 2017. Results: This review shows that sex...
Paper Details
Title
Anxiety Disorders: Sex Differences in Serotonin and Tryptophan Metabolism
Published Date
Dec 21, 2018
Volume
18
Issue
19
Pages
1704 - 1715
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