What’s the difference between dopamine vs serotonin?
A neurologist unpacks the role of both neurotransmitters in the mind and body.
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Two of our favorites for feeling good?
But how do they work, why do they work, and what do they work on?
Dopamine vs. serotonin: the similarities
As previously mentioned, both dopamine and serotonin are neurotransmitters.
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More importantly, theyre in a special class of neurotransmitters known as neural modulators.
Serotonin and dopamineas neuromodulatorshave a further range of action when compared to regular neurotransmitters.
And this also means that they can have much longer lasting effects than the regular neurotransmitters.
Serotonin tends to be known for its effects on our mood, says Dr. Our bodies synthesize serotonin from an essential amino acid tryptophan.
Wise points out that dopamine actually functions as a learning signal that gets our attention.
3 ways dopamine works in the body
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Its also helps us to learn to avoid things that dont feel good and are bad for us.
Dopamine makes us feel more energized
Both dopamine and serotonin play a part in the sleep cycle process.
But remember, serotonin is the soother, dopamine is the energizer.
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Dopamine encourages wakefulness coordinates our brains and bodies to move voluntarily, Dr. ## 4 ways serotonin works in the body
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Its all about location, location, location.
Serotonin is in the brain and in the gut, found primarily in the stomach and intestines, Dr.
It helps regulate our bowel movements.
Serotonin impacts our sex drive
Feelingnot-so-much in the moodthese days?
Your serotonin levels may be all out of wack.
Low levels of serotonin or high levels of serotonin both are associated with reduced libido, Dr. Serotonin is good for strengthening our body
Blood platelets will release serotonin to help heal wounds, says Dr.
It also plays a big role in bone health.
But most importantly, serotonin makes sure that were taken care of
Isnt that sweet?
While dopamine jolts us into liveliness, serotonin promotes rest and sleep.
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