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Basic Science of Depression and Anxiety Flashcards

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PANDAS mechanism, symptoms

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Body autoimmune reaction from fighting Strep infection attacks basal ganglia (caudate), causing overactivity: Pandas like MOST JAMS:

  • OCD
  • tics
  • ADHD symptoms
  • separation anxiety
  • mood changes
  • sleep disturbance
  • joint pains
  • motor difficulties
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Neurobio for Panic Disorders

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Fewer GABA receptors- hyperactivity

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PTSD Neurobio

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  • smaller hippocampus predisposes

- smaller Anterior cingulate gyrus can result

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OCD Neurobio

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-Hyperactive head of caudate

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