Study reveals specific neuronal circuits and therapeutic mechanisms of delta opioid receptors in anxiety-like behavior (IMAGE)

Tokyo University of Science

Study reveals specific neuronal circuits and therapeutic mechanisms of delta opioid receptors in anxiety-like behavior

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Researchers from Tokyo University of Science uncovers a novel mechanism of action involving specific neuronal circuits in the brain related to ‘anxiolytic’ or anxiety-reducing effects of therapeutic delta opioid receptor agonists

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Yirui Sun

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