Brain cells can help people feel brave, deal with anxiety

in #news6 years ago

Ever wondered why some people comfortably walk between skyscrapers on a high-wire while others freeze at the mere thought of climbing off escalators in a shopping mall? It could be the presence of a certain type of cells in the brain’s hippocampus, a study has found.The findings showed that neurons known as OLM cells in the hippocampus play a significant role in risk taking behaviour and anxiety. The discovery of these neurons and their role in anxiety and risk-taking may open a path for the development of highly efficient anxiolytics and antidepressants without common side-effects, such as apathy, ...

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