18 Questions
What is the primary function of GABA in neural activity?
To suppress cortical activity and regulate anxiety
What happens when there is too much glutamate released in the prefrontal cortex?
It accompanies symptoms of hallucination and schizophrenia
Which neurotransmitter is involved in reinforcement, attention, and motor control?
Dopamine
What is the role of serotonin in neural activity?
It regulates mood, sleep, and attention
What type of synapse is involved in serotonin's activity?
Metabotropic synapse
Which neurotransmitters are involved in arousal, depression, and motor control?
The catecholamines
What role does norepinephrine play in motor control?
It is responsible for arousal in the brain and focusing attention
What is the effect of an agonist on a neurotransmitter?
It increases the likelihood of a neurotransmitter having its effect
What is the role of endorphins in the body?
They have opiate effects and are responsible for pain suppression
What is substance P associated with?
Pain
What is the role of epinephrine in the body?
It regulates heart rate
What can affect the message sent by neurons?
Variations in any of the described functions
What is the primary function of the Basal Ganglia?
It is primarily involved in the control of movement and planned sequential behaviors.
What is the function of Acetylcholine (ACh) in the brain?
Acetylcholine is a neurotransmitter that promotes arousal of the cortex.
What is the cortex?
The cortex is the outermost structure of the brain.
What is the function of the Basal Forebrain?
It is primarily involved in the regulation of sleep and arousal cycles.
What neurotransmitter is produced by the Basal Forebrain and is involved in arousal of the cortex?
Acetylcholine
What is the primary source of GABA in the brain?
The Basal Forebrain is the primary source of GABA in the brain.
Test your knowledge on neurotransmitters and attention mechanisms in the brain. Explore concepts such as norepinephrine, epinephrine, substance P, and endorphins and how they impact attention, arousal, and pain management.
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