“cortical interneurons.” These neurons are known to be inhibitory, as they secrete gamma-aminobutyric acid, or GABA, a neurotransmitter that slows activity in its target cells. Abnormalities in the function of these neurons have been found in many disorders, including schizophrenia, Alzheimer’s disease, epilepsy, and autism. This lack of inhibition would result in overactivity of the neurons they are supposed to be inhibiting.
