Anti-anxiety Herbs and GABA
Paul Bergner 2022
90 minutes 1.5 CEU credits
Gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA) is an inhibitory neurotransmitter in the central nervous system which is a key target of pharmaceutical drugs in the treatment of anxiety. A review of research as shows that a number of herbs traditionally used for anxiety are clinically effective compared to the pharmaceuticals, have effects on the GABA system, but do not present the side effects common with the pharmaceuticals. Herbs we will cover include Piper methysticum (Kava), Valeriana (Valerian), Humulus (Hops), Matricaria (Chamomile), Passiflora (Passion flower) Withania (Ashwagandha), Scutellaria (Scullcap), and Melissa (Lemon Balm).
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This lecture is offered as Continuing Education by the NAIMH, but has not been pre-approved for CE credits by any professional board.