neurotransmitters Flashcards

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1
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what is acetylcholine’s function?

A

motor movement

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2
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what is a problem associated with acetylcholine?

A

a lack causes alzheimer’s

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3
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what is dopamine’s function?

A

motor movement and alertness

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4
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what problems are associated with dopamine?

A

lack: parkinson’s
excess: schizophrenia

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5
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what are endorphins’ function?

A

pain control

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6
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what problems are associated with endorphins?

A

involved in addictions

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what is serotonin’s function?

A

mood control

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what is a problem associated with serotonin?

A

a lack of serotonin is associated with depression

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9
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what is GABA’s function?

A

important inhibitory neurotransmitter

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10
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what is a problem associated with GABA?

A

seizures, sleep problems

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11
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what is glutamate’s function?

A

excitatory neurotransmitter, involved in memory

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12
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what is a problem associated with glutamate?

A

migraines, seizures

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what is norepinephrine’s function?

A

alertness, arousal

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14
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what is a problem associated with norepinephrine?

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depression

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