A variety of fatty acids exists in the diet of humans, in the bloodstream of humans, and in
cells and tissues of humans. Fatty acids are energy sources and membrane constituents …

This report calls on the nation—its leaders, its mental health research and service provision
agencies, its schools, its primary care medical systems, its community-based organizations …

EPA and DHA appear to be the most important n-3 fatty acids, but roles for n-3
docosapentaenoic acid are now also emerging. Intakes of EPA and DHA are usually low …

Most of the global population is deficient in long-chain marine omega-3s. In particular,
docosahexaenoic acid (DHA), a long-chain omega-3 fatty acid, is important for brain and …

The role of omega-3 polyunsaturated fatty acids (omega-3 or n-3 PUFAs) in the
pathogenesis and treatment of children and adolescents with attention deficit hyperactivity …

OBJECTIVE: Several studies have demonstrated differences in omega-3 fatty acid
composition in plasma and in erythrocyte membranes in patients with attention …

Omega‐3 (n‐3) fatty acids are a family of polyunsaturated fatty acids that contribute to
human health and well‐being. Functionally the most important n‐3 fatty acids appear to be …

Preventing Mental, Emotional, and Behavioral Disorders Among Young People: Progress and
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Objective: To determine if the available data support the use of omega-3 essential fatty acids
(EFA) for clinical use in the prevention and/or treatment of psychiatric disorders. Participants …

Summary 1 Introduction 2 What are unsaturated fatty acids? 2.1 The chemistry of fatty acids
2.2 Digestion, absorption and metabolism 2.3 Functions of unsaturated fatty acids 3 …