| Neurotransmitter | Primary Function | Dysfunction (Hypoactivity) | Common Drug Target | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | | Mood regulation, impulse control, sleep, pain | Depression, anxiety, OCD, panic, bulimia, PTSD | SSRIs, SNRIs | | Norepinephrine (NE) | Energy, focus, vigilance, fight-or-flight | Depression (fatigue, anhedonia), ADHD, low energy | SNRIs, NDRIs, stimulants | | Dopamine (DA) | Reward, motivation, pleasure, executive function | Anhedonia (depression), inattention (ADHD), psychosis (excess DA) | Stimulants, antipsychotics, bupropion |
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