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The neurodevelopmental role of dopaminergic signaling in neurological disorders
Yunyun Cai1, Lingyan Xing2, Tuo Yang3
1Department of Physiology, School of Medicine, Nantong University, Nantong, Jiangsu Province, 226001, China.
Abstract:
Dopamine (DA), a critical neurotransmitter of both the central and peripheral nerve system, plays important roles in a series of biological processes. Dysfunction of dopaminergic signalling may lead to a series of developmental disorders, including attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder, autism and schizophrenia. However, the exact roles of dopaminergic signalling in these diseases are far from fully understood. We analyse the roles of dopaminergic signalling in multiple physiological and pathological processes, focusing on brain development and related disorders. By summarizing current research in this area, we provide guidance for future studies. This review seeks to deepen our understanding of dopaminergic signalling in developmental disorders, which may offer clues for developing more effective therapeutic drugs.
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