Depression Recovery: Serotonin, Supplements & Activities

Signs of recovering from depression include improved energy and re-engagement with social activities. Understanding how serotonin, norepinephrine, and supplements like Sam-E or Glutamine affect mood is key to a successful treatment plan.

Dopamine vs. Serotonin

Published Aug,14 2017 | By Linda MacArthur

If you have you ever been addicted to a behavior, such as shopping or gambling, you've lacked focus or motivation to complete a task, or you've suffered from depression, brain chemicals may be the cause. At the center of these complex behaviors are two powerful neurotransmitters, dopamine and serotonin.