Neuroactive Steroids in Brain Function, Behavior and Neuropsychiatric Disorders

The book "Neuroactive Steroids in Brain Function, Behavior and Neuropsychiatric Disorders" offers a comprehensive analysis of the role of neurosteroids in the brain and their influence on behavior as well as neuropsychiatric disorders. In recent decades, interest in neurosteroids has increased from both neuroscience and clinical and therapeutic perspectives. Research has particularly focused on the multifunctional role of neurosteroids in the nervous system, including their effects on brain development, neurodegeneration, and neuroplasticity. With over 400 published works in the last seven years, the growing significance of this topic is evident. The contributions in this book come from leading researchers and practitioners who provide new perspectives and insights to clarify existing controversies and highlight new research directions. The book is divided into two main sections: "Neuroactive Steroids and Brain Function" and "Neuroactive Steroids and Neuropsychiatric Disorders," allowing for a structured engagement with the topics.