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What neurotransmitter is increased in activity by Valium?
Valium (diazepam) is in the benzodiazepine family of medications. Benzodiazepines bind to GABA (gamma-amino-butyric acid) receptors, which are the major inhibitory neurotransmitters in the CNS (central nervous system). Thus, Valium facilitates an increase in GABA activity.
The neurotransmitters acetylcholine performs what two functions?
Acetylcholine functions as both a neurotransmitter in the nervous system, where it is involved in transmitting signals between nerve cells, and as a neuromodulator that influences the activity of other neurotransmitter systems. It plays a critical role in muscle contraction and movement, as well as in memory, learning, and attention.
Is GABA a hormone?
GABA is a neurotransmitter, it is the primary inhibitory neurotransmitter of the nervous system
What is permissive action as in the nervous system?
In the nervous system, permissive action refers to one neurotransmitter enhancing the effect of another neurotransmitter. This occurs when one neurotransmitter prepares receptors to be more responsive to another neurotransmitter, allowing for a more amplified response.
What drug mimics the sympathetic system?
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What happens after a neurotransmitter travels through the synaptic cleft?
After a neurotransmitter travels through the synaptic cleft, it binds to receptors on the receiving neuron, which can either excite or inhibit the receiving neuron's activity. This process helps transmit signals between neurons in the brain and nervous system.
What are the chemical messengers in the neural system?
Neurotransmitter.
This neurotransmitter is responsible for the reward properties of electrical stimulation of the midbrain or limbic system?
This neurotransmitter is responsible for the "reward" properties of electrical stimulation of the midbrain or limbic system?
How do central nervous system depressants work?
Most CNS depressants activate a neurotransmitter called gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA), which helps decrease brain activity.
What is the most common neurotransmitter in the nervous system?
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What neurotransmitter is released into the system as REM sleep begins?
acetylcholine
What neurotransmitter is part of the PNS?
The chemical most commonly found in both pre- and postganglionic synapses in the parasympathetic system is the neurotransmitter acetylcholine.
