Long-lasting bradypnea induced by repeated social defeat

In conclusion, social stress induces sustained chronic bradypnea mediated by DMH neurons and NTS 5-HT3 receptors. These changes are associated with an anxiety-like state that persists until D+10, followed by recovery. However, bradypnea may persist in one-half of the population up until D+30, despite apparent recovery of the anxiety-like state.

Source: AJP: Regulatory, Integrative and Comparative Physiology - July 31, 2016 Category: Physiology Authors: Brouillard, C., Carrive, P., Camus, F., Benoliel, J.-J., Similowski, T., Sevoz-Couche, C. Tags: Neural Control Source Type: research