Anatomy of a Neuron & Neurotransmitters Practice
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This neurotransmitter is responsible for Sha'Carri's "runner’s high" and has been called our bodies ‘natural pain killers. | arrow_right_alt | Dopamine |
An imbalance (lack of) of this calming neurotransmitter can cause anxiety and is even linked to epilepsy (seizure disorders). | arrow_right_alt | Serotonin |
This neurotransmitter helped increase blood flow in Tom's blood vessels, activating his fight or flight response so he could run faster after seeing a snake. | arrow_right_alt | Glutamate |
After a stroke, too much of this neurotransmitter is produced and is not able to excite the CNS, and a patient has problems with learning and memory. | arrow_right_alt | Norepinephrine |
This neurotransmitter is released naturally while eating, emotional arousal, and unnaturally as with drug addiction. | arrow_right_alt | Acetylcholine (ACh) |
An imbalance with this neurotransmitter is linked to muscular disorders and Alzheimer's disease. | arrow_right_alt | Endorphins |
This neurotransmitter controls our mood, hunger, and sleep. Low levels of this neurotransmitter is linked to depression. Antidepressants (SSRIs) increase levels of this neurotransmitter. | arrow_right_alt | GABA |