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Biological Psychology Flashcards

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Norepinephrine

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  • gives attention

- prepares for fright/fight

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2
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Acetylcholine

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  • memory

- learning

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Dopamine

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  • pleasure feelings

- addiction

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4
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Glutamate

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  • cognitive functioning

- dangerous if too much

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Serotonine

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  • happiness and good mood

- low levels give depression

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GABA

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  • inhibitor of messages

- calming

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