Different Types of Neurotransmitters and Their Effects

Question 1

Acetycholine

Answer 1

Memory, relaxation, neuroplasticity, skeletal muscle movements

Question 2

Epinephrine (adrenaline)

Answer 2

emotional arousal, fight-flight freeze

Question 3

Norepinephrine (noradrenaline)

Answer 3

Alertness, arousal, reaction times, mood regulation, concentration, fight-flight-freeze

Question 4

Dopamine

Answer 4

Positive reinforcement, addictive behaviours, thoughts, feelings, motivation, mood, controls movement

Question 5

Serotonin

Answer 5

Mood regulation, regulates sleep-wake cycle, arousal, pain

Question 6

Cortisol

Answer 6

Mood regulation, focus, attention, stress response, metabolism regulation, immune response

Question 7

Endorphins

Answer 7

Pain relief, stress and emotional regulation, mood enhancement, memory