Glutamate hypothesis

The Glutamate hypothesis suggests that irregularities in glutamate, a key brain chemical involved in learning and communication between nerve cells, may contribute to schizophrenia. Normally, glutamate helps neurons transmit signals efficiently, but in schizophrenia, its function may be disrupted, leading to symptoms like hallucinations and delusions. This theory helps explain how brain chemistry affects mental health and guides research for new treatments targeting glutamate systems to improve the condition.