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125. The 5-HT hypothesis of depression with Prof Philip Cowen and Dr Sameer Jauhar

125. The 5-HT hypothesis of depression with Prof Philip Cowen and Dr Sameer Jauhar

Update: 2025-03-12

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In this episode of the Drug Science Podcast, David Nutt meets with psychopharmacologist Phil Cowen and Psychiatrist Sameer Jauhar to discuss the neuroscience behind and treatments for depression. Within the episode they touch on various neurotransmitters involved in depression as well as research studies into each of their impact, stigma around antidepressants and the role of psychedelics in treatment.

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Geddes paper on preventing relapse

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125. The 5-HT hypothesis of depression with Prof Philip Cowen and Dr Sameer Jauhar

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