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How brain cells meant to help may be making depression worse

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Researchers identify astrocyte -mediated molecular pathways that are key to the onset and progression of neuroinflammation in clinical depression.

These star-shaped brain cells, once thought to only support neurons, are now shown to regulate communication between brain cells and even trigger or amplify inflammatory responses.

Story Source: Materials provided by Chinese Medical Journals Publishing House Co., Ltd .. Note: Content may be edited for style and length. Journal Reference: - Gaurav Singhal , Saurabh Singhal , Bernhard T. Baune . Role of astrocyte in neuroinflammation‐induced loss in neuroplasticity and subsequent onset of depression: A systematic review. Neuroprotection, 2025 ; DOI: 10.1002 /nep3.70009 Cite This Page:.

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