Question 1

what vitamin supplements can repair dopamine receptors, improve focus, help stabilize the prefrontal cortex? i find it very hard to focus, what helps?

Accepted Answer

Unlikely to help: I would not look to supplements that wash out in you pee the same day to improve your health. You will function your best with proper restorative sleep, good nutrition, exercise &amp; good health. A visit with your doc can help see if additional tests, changes would be  needed.

Question 2

how can i make my dopamine receptors more sensitive ?

Accepted Answer

Unclear goal: Both tyrosine and phenylalanine are naturally found in protein-rich foods like turkey, beef, eggs, dairy, soy and legumes ( 8 ). Studies show that increasing the amount of tyrosine and phenylalanine in the diet can increase dopamine levels in the brain, which may promote deep thinking and improve memory . You did not mention your concern. Best to discuss all the isses and get a good pcp eval

Question 3

can being on antipsychotics long term lower dopamine in the d2 receptors but raise dopamine in unblocked dopamine receptors due to extra receptors?

Accepted Answer

Yes: yes, they can, depending on the type of antipsychotic.

Question 4

i know exercise produces dopamine, but is it true that exercise helps in dopamine receptor regeneration or does it help in opening blocked receptors?

Accepted Answer

Maybe: Nobody really knows, and final answers aren't out. What I do know is (1) doing strenuous sports activities that you actually like or sort-of-like usually improves your mood, sleep, and efficiency; (2) it is not a cure-all for mental health issues, either those related to brain chemistry or related to life situations; (3) it helps you meet the right people. Best wishes.

Question 5

do antipsychotics affect motivation because it blocks dopamine receptors?

Accepted Answer

Meds and motivation: Antipsychotic meds used primarily for serious psychiatric disorders can help motivation as they improve disordered thinking, delusions and hallucinations. People who no longer have psychotic symptoms tend to function better and are more motivated overall.  I hope this helps.

Question 6

does excercise help with repairing blocked dopamine receptors(due to addiction)?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Exercise helps increase dopamine levels.  Exercise benefits your mental and physical health in many ways! Go for a natural high with exercise. Check first with your primary care physician before you begin an exercise program.

Question 7

if placed on atypical antipsychotics, is it true that the patient grows up to 30%more dopamine receptors? if true for everyone, can they be removed

Accepted Answer

In general true: The body tends to counteract the effect of any medication that alters the nervous system. Antipsychotics, typical or otherwise, do block Dopamine (the atypicals somewhat more selectively), hence stimulate the growth or receptors. But, yes, when the medication is discontinued, the stimulating effect is gone, and the receptor density returns to normal.

Question 8

how can i repair/unregulate my dopamine receptors? what supplements help regulate dopamine and/or dopamine receptors? can anything help repair them???

Accepted Answer

Dopamine: A good site to go to would be The Walsh Institute. Dr. Walsh has been applying effective nutritional therapies for years.

Question 9

are there any examples of neurological disorders that involve dopamine receptors?

Accepted Answer

See below: Great question. Parkinson's disease, restless legs syndrome, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, and schizophrenia are some neurological ;  psychiatric disorders that have altered dopaminergic transmission. Hope that answers your question!

Question 10

could psychosis be a dopamine receptor deficiency?

Accepted Answer

Probably not: Psychosis is definitely associated with alterations in Dopamine system. However it seems to be increased release of Dopamine rather than reduced receptors.

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What vitamin supplements can repair dopamine receptors, improve focus, help stabilize the prefrontal cortex? i find it very hard to focus, what helps?

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How can i make my dopamine receptors more sensitive ?

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Can being on antipsychotics long term lower dopamine in the d2 receptors but raise dopamine in unblocked dopamine receptors due to extra receptors?

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I know exercise produces dopamine, but is it true that exercise helps in dopamine receptor regeneration or does it help in opening blocked receptors?

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Do antipsychotics affect motivation because it blocks dopamine receptors?

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Does excercise help with repairing blocked dopamine receptors(due to addiction)?

A member asked:

If placed on atypical antipsychotics, is it true that the patient grows up to 30%more dopamine receptors? if true for everyone, can they be removed

A member asked:

How can i repair/unregulate my dopamine receptors? what supplements help regulate dopamine and/or dopamine receptors? can anything help repair them???

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Are there any examples of neurological disorders that involve dopamine receptors?

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Could psychosis be a dopamine receptor deficiency?

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