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Behavioral Disturbances: An Innovative Approach to Monitor the Modulatory Effects of a Nutraceutical Diet
Published on: January 3, 2017
Veterinary Psychopharmacology
Leticia M S Dantas1, Niwako Ogata2
1American College of Veterinary Behaviorists, Certified Fear Free Professional; Department of Biomedical Sciences, Behavioral Medicine Service, University of Georgia Veterinary Teaching Hospital, 501 D.W. Brooks Drive, Athens, GA 30602, USA.
Abstract:
The stress response affects the central nervous system and multiple other systems in the body. Chronic mental and behavioral pathologies are associated with inflammation, dysfunctions in the immune response and an increased risk for other chronic inflammatory and metabolic diseases. Psychiatric treatments alleviate fear, stress and anxiety, increase the qualify of life and lifespan for dogs and cats. Multiple safe psychoactive medications that can be used in association are available to help veterinary patients. Clinicians should understand the function of neurotransmitters and hormones on emotional processing, cognition and behavior, and drug mechanism of action so medication selection is appropriate for each individual patient.
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