Physiological Psychology: Neurotransmitters

Question 1

Acetylcholine

Answer 1

A neurotransmitter found in the central and peripheral nervous system.

Question 2

Acetylcholine in Parasympathetic Nervous System

Answer 2

Transmits nerve impulses to muscles

Question 3

Acetylcholine in Central Nervous System

Answer 3

Associated with progressive and incurable memory loss *(Akzheimer’s Disease)

Question 4

Catecholamines

Answer 4

A group of neurotransmitters that support emotion

Question 5

Types of Catecholamines

Answer 5

Epinephrine
Norepinephrine
Dopamine

Question 6

Norepinephrine

Answer 6

The neurotransmitter used to control alertness and wakefulness. It is related to Depression and Mania

Question 7

Dopamine

Answer 7

A neurotransmitter that supports movement and posture. It is found in the Basal Ganglia

Question 8

Dopamine Hypothesis of Schizophrenia

Answer 8

The theory that delusions, hallucinations and agitation are associated to too much or too little dopamine.

Question 9

Amphetamines

Answer 9

A class of drugs used to enhance activity of dopamine

Question 10

Phenothiazine

Answer 10

A class of drugs used to reduce sensitivity of dopamine receptors.

Question 11

Serotonin

Answer 11

A neurotransmitter that helps regulate mood, eating, sleeping and arousal.

Question 12

Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitors (SSRI’s)

Answer 12

A class of antidepressants developed to manage serotonin levels. (ei. prozac)

Question 13

GABA

Answer 13

(Gamma-Amino Butyric Acid) A neurotransmitter that produces inhibitory postsynaptic potentials. It stabilizes neural activity in the brain.

Question 14

Peptides

Answer 14

2 or more amino acids joined together and work in neurotransmission. Ei. endorphins.