Study unveils a cortico-amygdala neural substrate supporting fear extinction via endocannabinoids

Endogenous cannabinoids, or endocannabinoids for short, are lipid-based neurotransmitters known to support various physiological processes. Recent studies have hinted at the role of these neurotransmitters in so-called fear extinction, the process through which fear towards a particular stimulus diminishes after repeated and safe exposure to this stimulus.

Leave A Comment

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *