Neurochemistry, what happens?

Dopamine beta hydroxylase deficiency

increased amounts of serum dopamine and absence of norepinephrine and epinephrine.

Dopamine is released as a false neurotransmitter in lieu of norepinephrine and epinephrine.

Very rare, less than 20 individuals.

Other

dopamine and norepinephrine imbalance is not yet addressed by medications

dopamine - norepinephrine imbalance is associated with

• In women
  • PMS
  • Post partum depressum
  • Skin sensitivities (females)
  • Food sensitivities (females)
• In men
  • Poor stress control
  • Anger management issues
  • Impulsivity

Some evidence that this plays a role in adhd exists; [[a.blumAttentiondeficithyperactivityDisorderReward2008]]

via:: [[nedley depression anxiety treatment - tyrosine dopamine norepinephrine-rev2]]