How serotonin prepares us for what’s next

Neuroscientists propose a new theory that serotonin neurons encode a “prospective value signal,” forecasting near-future rewards and punishments rather than simply reacting to the present. This model helps explain decades of puzzling serotonin data, linking the chemical to anticipation, patience, and mental health. 

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