reactive nitrogen species

Potential use of modulators of oxidative stress as add-on therapy in patients with anxiety disorders

Abstract
BACKGROUND:
It is known that an increased oxidative stress is present in a wide range of diseases and, given the vulnerability of the central nervous system, its involvement has been in particular investigated in neurological and psychiatric diseases, including anxiety disorders.

OBJECTIVE:
In this review, we analyse the studies that have been conducted on the effects of oxidative stress modulators in anxiety, focusing on their possible clinical use.

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