Mechanisms in Stress-Related Disorders, Anxiety and Fear
A special issue of Biomolecules (ISSN 2218-273X). This special issue belongs to the section "Molecular Biology".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 31 January 2026 | Viewed by 43
Special Issue Editor
Interests: animal models; mental health; stress; molecular biology; adolescence; pharmacological treatments; nutritional approaches
Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
Stress-related disorders, anxiety, and fear-based conditions represent a crucial mental health challenge worldwide. Understanding the underlying mechanisms is essential for developing effective therapeutic strategies. Research highlights that these disorders result from complex interactions between genetic and environmental factors, leading to disruptions of the hypothalamic–pituitary–adrenal axis, alterations in neurotransmitter systems and neural circuits, epigenetic modifications, and dysregulation of inflammatory pathways.
This Special Issue aims to explore recent advances in the mechanisms mediating stress-related, anxiety, and fear disorders. Contributions will cover a broad range of topics, including behavioral emotional and cognitive aspects, biological pathways and circuits, biomarker discovery, and emerging therapeutic interventions. By bringing together state-of-the-art research, we hope to advance a deeper understanding of these detrimental conditions, ultimately facilitating innovative treatment approaches and enhancing mental health outcomes.
Dr. Veronica Begni
Guest Editor
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Keywords
- stress-related disorders
- anxiety
- fear
- genetic and environmental interactions
- behavioral neuroscience
- biological pathways
- biomarkers
- therapeutic interventions
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