neurotransmitters

Question 1

Produced in stressful situations. increases the heart rate and blood flow, leading to physical boost and heightened awareness. FIGHT OR FLIGHT

Answer 1

Adrenaline

Question 2

Affects attention and responding actions in the brain. Contracts blood vessels, increasing blood flow. CONCENTRATION

Answer 2

Noradrenaline

Question 3

Feelings of pleasure. Also addiction, movement and motivation. PLEASURE

Answer 3

Dopamine

Question 4

Contributes to well being and happiness. Helps sleep cycle and digestive system regulation. Affected by exercise and light exposure. MOOD

Answer 4

Seratonin

Question 5

Calms firing nerves in the central nervous system. High levels improve focus. Low levels cause anxiety. CALMING

Answer 5

Gaba

Question 6

Involved in thought, learning, and memory. Activates muscle action in the body, Also associated with attention and awakening. LEARNING

Answer 6

Acetylcholine

Question 7

Most common neurotransmitter. Involved in learning and memory, regulates development and creation of nerve contacts. MEMORY

Answer 7

Glutamate

Question 8

Released during exercise, excitement and sex. Producing wellbeing and euphoria, reducing pain.

Answer 8

Endorphins