Influence on Behavior: Neurotransmitters

Question 1

What are the 7 most important Neurotransmitters?

Answer 1

1. ) Acetylcholine
2. ) Epinephrine & Norepinephrine
3. ) Dopamine
4. ) Serotinon
5. ) GABA & Glycine
6. ) Glutamate
7. ) Peptide Neurotransmitters (Endorphines)

Question 2

Describe the function of Acetylcholine:

Answer 2

Acetylcholine is a neurotransmitter found in both the Central & Peripheral Nervous Systems and has different functions in both systems. For the most part, Acetylcholine is associated with voluntary muscle control.

In the CNS, Acetylcholine has been linked to attention and arousal.

In the PNS, Acetylcholine is used to transmit nerve impulses to the muscles.