A systems neuroscience approach to the pathophysiology of pediatric mood and anxiety disorders

Curr Top Behav Neurosci. 2014:16:297-317. doi: 10.1007/7854_2013_252.

Abstract

Emotional dysregulation is a core feature of pediatric mood and anxiety disorders. Emerging evidence suggests that these disorders are mediated by abnormalities in the functions and structures of the developing brain. This chapter reviews recent behavioral and functional magnetic resonance imaging (fMRI) research on pediatric mood and anxiety disorders, focusing on the neural mechanisms underlying these disorders. Throughout the chapter, we highlight the relationship between neural and behavioral findings, and potential novel treatments. The chapter concludes with directions for future research.

Publication types

  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Anxiety Disorders / pathology
  • Anxiety Disorders / physiopathology*
  • Brain / pathology
  • Brain / physiopathology*
  • Child
  • Emotions / physiology*
  • Executive Function / physiology*
  • Humans
  • Mood Disorders / pathology
  • Mood Disorders / physiopathology*
  • Reward*