Here is an up-to-date, detailed account of the research and that has significantly increased our understanding of the function of noradrenaline in the central nervous system. This neurotransmitter
plays an important role in such disorders as anxiety, depression, and loss of memory. The expertcontributors review our knowledge of a variety of anatomical, molecular, biochemical,
electrophysiological and behavioral aspects of noradrenaline function. They cover the prospects for developing new psychiatric drugs, and indicate areas where future developments may be expected. Among the topicsexamined are the co-existence of specific peptides with noradrenaline, the pharmacological and molecular