{"id":3095,"date":"2023-03-16T06:24:34","date_gmt":"2023-03-16T06:24:34","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.saratoga.com\/healing-health-wellness\/?p=3095"},"modified":"2023-03-16T21:13:11","modified_gmt":"2023-03-16T21:13:11","slug":"serotonin-and-depression-link","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.saratoga.com\/healing-health-wellness\/2023\/03\/serotonin-and-depression-link\/","title":{"rendered":"Why We Should Still Consider Serotonin When Dealing with Depression"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><strong><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-3096\" src=\"https:\/\/www.saratoga.com\/healing-health-wellness\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/125\/2023\/03\/depression-and-serotonin-link-ig-min-300x300.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.saratoga.com\/healing-health-wellness\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/125\/2023\/03\/depression-and-serotonin-link-ig-min-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/www.saratoga.com\/healing-health-wellness\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/125\/2023\/03\/depression-and-serotonin-link-ig-min-1024x1024.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.saratoga.com\/healing-health-wellness\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/125\/2023\/03\/depression-and-serotonin-link-ig-min-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/www.saratoga.com\/healing-health-wellness\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/125\/2023\/03\/depression-and-serotonin-link-ig-min-768x768.png 768w, https:\/\/www.saratoga.com\/healing-health-wellness\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/125\/2023\/03\/depression-and-serotonin-link-ig-min-65x65.png 65w, https:\/\/www.saratoga.com\/healing-health-wellness\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/125\/2023\/03\/depression-and-serotonin-link-ig-min.png 1080w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>A recent <a href=\"https:\/\/dr-lobisco.com\/antidepressants-sertonin-serotonin-hypothesis-depression-natural-mental-health\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">review<\/a> of studies took over headlines in psychiatry. The media claimed that it \u201cdebunked\u201d the serotonin hypothesis of depression and made antidepressants invalid. Yet, there were three major caveats to that conclusion.<\/p>\n<p>One of the biggest <a href=\"https:\/\/dr-lobisco.com\/antidepressants-sertonin-serotonin-hypothesis-depression-natural-mental-health\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">issues<\/a> was the fact that the researchers were measuring a biological marker against symptoms and using scales not validated to correlate with physiological effects.<\/p>\n<p>Second, the <a href=\"https:\/\/dr-lobisco.com\/antidepressants-sertonin-serotonin-hypothesis-depression-natural-mental-health\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">authors<\/a> did find evidence that antidepressants did help some people with depression.<\/p>\n<p>Finally, clinical experience of psychiatrists and other integrative doctors have had success with serotonin supporting interventions. (They also understand it\u2019s not the sole solution.)<\/p>\n<p>So, how can we really hold that there is no correlation between serotonin and depression?<\/p>\n<p>We can\u2019t.<\/p>\n<p>In my <a href=\"https:\/\/dr-lobisco.com\/serotonin-depression-dopamine-methylation-inflammation\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">latest article<\/a> and video, I explore why the serotonin hypothesis shouldn\u2019t hold all the weight in mood disorders, but that serotonin does play an important part in brain health and function.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/dr-lobisco.com\/serotonin-depression-dopamine-methylation-inflammation\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Topics<\/a> include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Why we need a new way to treat mental health<\/li>\n<li>The integrative approach to psychiatric disorders<\/li>\n<li>A review of the foundational factors for brain health<\/li>\n<li>Three ways depression is linked to serotonin (brain receptors regions, methylation, and inflammation)<\/li>\n<li>Other theories of depression in the literature (dopamine and metabolic)<\/li>\n<li>A summary on why there is no \u201cgolden ticket\u201d to treating depression<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>If you or someone you love is affected by mental health, <a href=\"https:\/\/dr-lobisco.com\/serotonin-depression-dopamine-methylation-inflammation\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">empower<\/a> yourself with this essential information.<\/p>\n<p>You may also want to share this article with your mental health provider and\/or wellness team.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/dr-lobisco.com\/serotonin-depression-dopamine-methylation-inflammation\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Click here<\/a> to access this important knowledge.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<div class=\"post-inner\">\n<div class=\"post-content entry-content single-post-content\">\n<div class=\"post-inner\">\n<div class=\"post-content entry-content single-post-content\">\n<h3><strong>Naturopathic Medicine and Holistic Resources for Hormonal, Mood, and Digestive Support<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-2108\" src=\"https:\/\/www.saratoga.com\/healing-health-wellness\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/125\/2021\/09\/kids-naturopathic-oils-300x300.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" data-wp-editing=\"1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.saratoga.com\/healing-health-wellness\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/125\/2021\/09\/kids-naturopathic-oils-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/www.saratoga.com\/healing-health-wellness\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/125\/2021\/09\/kids-naturopathic-oils-1024x1024.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.saratoga.com\/healing-health-wellness\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/125\/2021\/09\/kids-naturopathic-oils-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/www.saratoga.com\/healing-health-wellness\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/125\/2021\/09\/kids-naturopathic-oils-768x768.png 768w, https:\/\/www.saratoga.com\/healing-health-wellness\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/125\/2021\/09\/kids-naturopathic-oils-65x65.png 65w, https:\/\/www.saratoga.com\/healing-health-wellness\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/125\/2021\/09\/kids-naturopathic-oils.png 1080w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Free resources and more education on essential oils and mind-body wellness are available to you <a href=\"https:\/\/getoiling.com\/SarahLoBisco\/page\/resources\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">here.<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/dr-lobisco.com\/loneliness-isolation-holidays-mental-health-naturopathic-doctor\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Tools<\/a> for coping with isolation and separation.<\/li>\n<li>An Integrative Mental Health and Stress <a href=\"https:\/\/dr-lobisco.com\/integrative-mental-health-and-back-to-school-stress-anxiety\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Resource Guide<\/a>.<\/li>\n<li>My <a href=\"https:\/\/dr-lobisco.com\/essential-oils-database\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">free online<\/a> essential oils database.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Stay Connected! <a href=\"https:\/\/getoiling.com\/SarahLoBisco\/landing\/resource-guide-opt-in\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Sign-up<\/a> for my weekly newsletter.<\/p>\n<div class=\"post-inner\">\n<div class=\"post-content entry-content single-post-content\">\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Disclaimer: This material is for information purposes only and is not intended to diagnose, treat, or prescribe for any illness. You should check with your doctor regarding implementing any new strategies into your wellness regime. These statements have not been evaluated by the FDA.<\/p>\n<p><em>This information is applicable ONLY for therapeutic quality essential oils. This information DOES NOT apply to essential oils that have not been tested for purity and standardized constituents. There is no quality control in the United States, and oils labeled as \u201c100% pure\u201d need only to contain 5% of the actual oil. The rest of the bottle can be filled with fillers and sometimes toxic ingredients that can irritate the skin. The studies are not based solely on a specific brand of an essential oil, unless stated. Please read the full study for more information<\/em>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>A recent review of studies took over headlines in psychiatry. 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She became interested in holistic medicine when she was able to heal two herniated discs through nutrition, yoga, supplementation, and chiropractic. She has mentored with holistic practices throughout New York, Vermont, and Connecticut. In addition to her Naturopathic and Functional Medical training, Dr. LoBisco has extensive training in a variety of healing modalities, including therapeutic essential oils, nutraceuticals, herbs, whole food supplements, nutritional medicine, and mind-body therapies. She is a graduate of the accredited, four year post-graduate program in Naturopathic Medicine at the University of Bridgeport in Connecticut. This program includes clinical rotations and a demanding scientific curriculum in integrating conventional and natural medicine. Dr. LoBisco holds her license from the state of Vermont. Dr. LoBisco has completed her postdoctoral training as a certified functional medicine practitioner. She is also certified in Applied Kinesiology and holds a BA in psychology from SUNY Geneseo. She has contributed as an item writer for the North American Board of Naturopathic Examiners (NABNE) and has several articles that have been published in the Naturopathic Doctor News and Review Digest (NDNR) and the Townsend Letter, both physician- based journals. Dr. LoBisco is also a hired speaker on integrative medical topics for medical professionals. Dr. LoBisco currently incorporates her training in holistic medical practices and conventional medicine through writing, researching, private practice, and through her independent contracting work for companies regarding supplements, nutraceuticals, essential oils, and medical foods. She has a small, private wellness consultation practice through telephone and Skype. Dr. LoBisco also enjoys continuing to educate and empower her readers through her blogs and social media. 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