In one test tube experiment, they infected human dendritic cells with the parasite. Dendritic cells form the frontline of the immune system, and play a key role in triggering and adapting immune responses. Once infected, the dendritic cells started secreting GABA, a chemical messenger.The previous experiment showed increases in dopamine responsiveness.
In another experiment with live mice, the researchers tracked infected dendritic cells from their initial point of infection to other parts of the brain where they continued to affect the GABA system.
Higher GABA= Depression
Higher Dopamine= Obsession
That'll mess with your mind.
Uh huh.
