serotonin receptors

Serotonin receptors are proteins in the body that respond to serotonin, a key neurotransmitter that influences mood, sleep, and digestion. When serotonin binds to these receptors, it triggers various responses in cells, affecting how we feel and how our bodies function. There are multiple types of serotonin receptors, each with specific roles, impacting everything from anxiety and depression to gastrointestinal health. Medications targeting these receptors can help manage mood disorders and other conditions by enhancing or blocking serotonin's effects, highlighting their importance in both neuroscience and pharmacology.