Chronic Nervous System Changes - Edrolo Flashcards
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Dopamine
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An excitatory neurotransmitter that plays an important role in urges, motivation and motor movement.
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Chronic
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A term used to describe a condition that persists for a long period of time or constantly recurs.
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GABA
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The most prominent inhibitory neurotransmitter in the nervous system that plays an essential role in motor control and the regulating anxiety. GABA stands for gamma amino butyric acid.
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Neurodegenerative Disease
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A disease that results in progressive loss of structure or function and/or death of neurons. Examples include Alzheimer’s disease and Parkinson’s disease.
