Neurotransmitters

Question 1

Acetylcholine

Answer 1

Involved in: Muscle action, memory

Potential Effect on Behavior: Increased arousal, enhanced cognition

Question 2

Beta-endorphine

Answer 2

Involved in: Pain, pleasure

Potential Effect on Behavior: Decreased anxiety, decreased tension

Question 3

Dopamine

Answer 3

Involved in: Mood, sleep, learning

Potential Effect on Behavior: Increased pleasure, suppressed appetite

Question 4

Gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA)

Answer 4

Involved in: Brain function, sleep

Potential Effect on Behavior: Decreased anxiety, decreased tension

Question 5

Glutamate

Answer 5

Involved in: Memory, learning

Potential Effect on Behavior: Increased learning, enhanced memory

Question 6

Norepinephrine

Answer 6

Involved in: Heart, intestines, alertness

Potential Effect on Behavior: Increased arousal, suppressed appetite

Question 7

Serotonin

Answer 7

Involved in: Mood, sleep

Potential Effect on Behavior: Modulated mood, suppressed appetite