Psychoneuroendocrine aspects of temporolimbic epilepsy - Part III: Case reports

Many reproductive steroids have neuroactive effects that can modulate neuro nal excitability and influence emotions. Emotional disorders may result whe n 1) abnormal endocrine states interact with normal brain, 2) normal endocr ine states interact with abnormal brain, and 3) abnormal endocrine states i nteract with abnormal brain. An understanding of these pathogenetic relatio nships and the potential therapeutic role of reproductive hormones should l ead to a more effective and comprehensive management of women and men with anxiety and mood disorders.