Neuroscience of Mental Health

The neuroscience of mental health focuses on how the brain and nervous system influence emotions, thoughts, and behaviors. It studies the relationship between brain function, neural circuits, and mental health conditions like depression, anxiety, and schizophrenia. This field uses advanced tools like brain imaging, neurochemistry, and cognitive studies to understand the biological basis of mental disorders.

Research in this area has shown that imbalances in brain chemicals and disruptions in neural pathways can lead to mental health challenges, such as:

• Mood Disorders (e.g., Depression, Bipolar Disorder)
• Anxiety Disorders
• Schizophrenia and Psychotic Disorders
• Neurodevelopmental Disorders (e.g., ADHD, Autism)