Abstract
The GABAergic system is central to the development and functional maturation of the nervous system. Emerging evidence support the role of GABAergic dysfunction in neuro-developmental disorders. This review presents the molecules and mechanisms that underlie GABA system dysfunction in several neuro-developmental disorders presenting in childhood. The impact on synaptic plasticity, neuronal circuit function and behavior, followed by targeted treatment strategies are discussed.
Original language | English (US) |
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Article number | 269 |
Journal | Frontiers in Cellular Neuroscience |
Volume | 7 |
Issue number | DEC |
DOIs | |
State | Published - Dec 19 2013 |
Keywords
- Circuits
- Critical period
- Disease
- PV interneurons
- Synaptic plasticity
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Cellular and Molecular Neuroscience