Marine omega-3 polyunsaturated fatty acids induce sex-specific changes in reinforcer-controlled behaviour and neurotransmitter metabolism in a spontaneously hypertensive rat model of ADHD

Marine omega-3 polyunsaturated fatty acids induce sex-specific changes in reinforcer-controlled behaviour and neurotransmitter metabolism in a spontaneously hypertensive rat model of ADHD

<p>Abstract</p> <p>Background</p> <p>Previous reports suggest that omega-3 (n-3) polyunsaturated fatty acids (PUFA) supplements may reduce ADHD-like behaviour. Our aim was to investigate potential effects of n-3 PUFA supplementation in an animal model of ADHD.</p>...

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Main Authors: Dervola Kine S, Roberg Bjørg Å, Wøien Grete, Bogen Inger Lise, Sandvik Torbjørn H, Sagvolden Terje, Drevon Christian A, Johansen Espen Borgå, Walaas Sven Ivar
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2012-12-01
Series:Behavioral and Brain Functions
Subjects:
Omega-3
ADHD
Behaviour
Dopamine
Serotonin
Glutamate
Neostriatum
Online Access:http://www.behavioralandbrainfunctions.com/content/8/1/56

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