CRC Press Herbal Treatment of Major Depression - Science Book

Explore the neurochemical nature of major depression through this specialized volume from the Clinical Pharmacognosy Series. Published by CRC Press, this book examines how herbs, specifically their constituent flavonoids and terpenes, may address modern understandings of depressive mechanisms. Moving beyond simple monoaminergic activity, the text looks at how recent studies on the rapid antidepressant effects of ketamine provide insight into deep intracellular mechanisms. Readers will gain knowledge on how these processes involve pathways such as PI3K, Akt, mTOR, GSK3, and BDNF. This resource is designed for those seeking a scientific basis for the practical use of herbal treatments in mental health research and clinical application.