Henriette van Praag: The Neuroscientist Who Explored the Brain-Exercise Connection
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What neurotransmitters are released with exercise?

  • Endorphins and adrenaline
  • GABA and acetylcholine
  • Glutamate and norepinephrine
  • Dopamine and serotonin (correct)
  • What is a main reason people often feel good after exercising?

  • Decrease in neurotransmitter levels
  • Increased inflammation
  • Muscle fatigue
  • Release of dopamine and serotonin (correct)
  • How do consistent workouts affect cognitive abilities?

  • Cause memory loss
  • Decrease cognitive function
  • Improve cognitive test scores (correct)
  • Have no impact on cognition
  • What is a caveat mentioned by Dr. Roig regarding cognition and exercise?

    <p>Effects of exercise are not huge</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does exercise offer protection against neurodegenerative diseases?

    <p>Stimulating growth of new blood vessels in the brain</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What discovery did Ms Henriette van Praag make while working at the Salk Institute for Biological Studies?

    <p>Exercise can spur the growth of new brain cells in mature mice.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one of the benefits of physical activity according to Dr van Praag?

    <p>Improving mood and cognition through cellular changes.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why do people perform better on tests of working memory and executive functions immediately after physical activity?

    <p>Increased release of neurotransmitters like epinephrine and norepinephrine.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a potential application of the discovery about exercise-induced neuron growth in humans?

    <p>Treating neurodegenerative diseases.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to Dr Marc Roig, what role do neurotransmitters like epinephrine and norepinephrine play in information processing?

    <p>They are needed for paying attention to information.</p> Signup and view all the answers

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