Journal article
Exploring the Impact of Modifiable Factors on Serum BDNF in Psychiatric Patients and Community Controls
Abstract
BACKGROUND: Brain-derived neurotrophic factor (BDNF) has been a focus of psychiatric research for the past two decades. BDNF has been shown to impact neural function and development. Studies have investigated serum BDNF as a biomarker for psychiatric disorders such as depression and schizophrenia. In some studies, investigators attempt to control for variables such as smoking status, exercise, or diet. However, the relationship between these …
Authors
Chan G; Rosic T; Pasyk S; Dehghan M; Samaan Z
Journal
Neuropsychiatric Disease and Treatment, Vol. 17, No. 0, pp. 545–554
Publisher
Taylor & Francis
Publication Date
February 17, 2021
DOI
10.2147/ndt.s295026
ISSN
1176-6328