Research progress of melanin concentrating hormone on depression / 中国药理学通报

ABSTRACT

Melanin-concentrating hormone (MCH) is an essential neuromodulator involved with multiple neurophysiological functions,such as feeding, mood and sleep-wake cycle. In recent years, the effects of melanin concentrating hormone on depression have attracted much attention, gradually becoming a highlight of developing advanced antidepressants. This article focuses on the research progress of MCHergic system and depression, looking forward to its future research direction.