GABA and Glutamate Flashcards

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What is GABA?

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An inhibitory neurotransmitter

aminobutyric acid

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What is Glutamate?

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An excitatory neurotransmitter

Amino acid

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What is GABA’s role?

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Plays a role in cognition and stress response
Helps control fear and anxiety when neurons are overexcited
GABA reduces neurons firing

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What is Glutamates role?

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Important role in learning, memory and brain development
Too much glutamate is toxic
Excites or increases neurons firing
Strengthens pathways

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