neurotransmitters Flashcards

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acetylcholine

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involved in: 
attention
arousal
muscle action / movement
memory

associated problems:
alzheimer’s

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dopamine

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involved in:
mood / emotion
arousal
learning

associated problems:
parkinsons
schizophrenia

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3
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norepinephrine

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involved in:
mood
arousal
learning

associated problems:
depression

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4
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serotonin

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involved in:
sleep
hunger
aggression
arousal

associated problems:
depression
anxiety, inhibits dreaming

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5
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GABA

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involved in:
inhibitory effect on axons
sleep
movement

associated problems:
anxiety
Huntingtons Disease
epilepsy

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6
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Endorphins

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involved in:
natural opiates
pain relief
pleasurable emotions

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