Differential sensitivity: not more or less.

Rubinow, David R; Schmidt, Peter J · Br J Psychiatry · 2025

editorial · Level V

Where this comes from

Abstract

Although posited as an explanation for reproductive endocrine-related mood disorders, differential hormone sensitivity is an elusive concept. In this editorial, we define differential sensitivity, embed it in current understanding of the generation of brain states and discuss its practical utility.

Medical subject headings