Neurotransmitters Flashcards
1
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What are some examples of Neurotransmitters?
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- Dopamine
- Serotonin
- acetylcholine
- noradrenaline
2
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What is Dopamine?
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- Dopamine is a neurotransmitter associated with pleasure feelings, but also emotion, cognitive functions and control of movement. - It has been associated with reinforcement in learning as well as dependency such as addictions.
3
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What is serotonin?
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- Serotonin is the neurotransmitter for happiness and good mood. With melatonin it regulates the sleep-wake cycle.
4
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What do low levels of serotonin mean?
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- Low levels of serotonin link to depression and anxiety and selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) are prescribed for mental disorders like depression.
