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. 2011 Sep;14(5):498-502.
doi: 10.3109/10253890.2011.596865. Epub 2011 Jul 26.

The neurobiology of the stress-resistant brain

Monika Fleshner  1 , Steven F Maier, David M Lyons, Murray A Raskind
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The neurobiology of the stress-resistant brain

Monika Fleshner et al. Stress. 2011 Sep.

Abstract

The 2010 Neurobiology of Stress Workshop brought together scientists from all over the world to share and discuss their results from studies examining the consequences of acute, repeated, and chronic stressor exposure on health and disease. Session IV entitled "The neurobiology of the stress-resistant brain" explored how we can intervene to promote stress resistance and stress resilience. Four scientists, who explore this topic from unique and convergent perspectives, presented their experimental results derived from studies in rat (Fleshner and Maier), non-human primates (Lyons), and human (Raskind). Summaries of each presentation, supporting publications, and overall take-home messages from the session are presented.

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Declaration of interest: The authors report no conflicts of interest. The authors alone are responsible for the content and writing of the paper.

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