[The effect of estrogen on cognitive processing].
The so-called female sex hormone, estrogen, is best known for its crucial involvement in reproductive cycle. Recent research revealed that estrogen also plays a significant neuromodulatory and neuroprotective role. Evidence from clinical and experimental studies show that estrogen modulates specific cognitive functions such as memory and learning. There are also data suggesting its positive role for the prevention and treatment of dementia and Alzheimer's disease. The present paper presents a review of research in these fields.
Grabowska
Anna
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Zakładu Neurofizjologii Instytutu Biologii Doświadczalnej im. M. Nenckiego PAN w Warszawie.
D000544:Alzheimer Disease / Q000517:prevention & control*; D004967:Estrogens / Q000494:pharmacology*; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans
D004967:Estrogens