Serotonin

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Questions and Answers

Which neurotransmitter is responsible for regulating mood, appetite, and sleep?

  • Catecholamines
  • Serotonin (correct)
  • Tryptophan
  • Melatonin

What is the precursor to serotonin?

  • Tryptophan
  • 5-HTP (correct)
  • Catecholamines
  • Melatonin

Which neurotransmitter is commonly confused with serotonin?

  • 5-HTP
  • Catecholamines
  • 5-HT (correct)
  • Melatonin

Which neurotransmitter is primarily targeted by selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs)?

<p>Serotonin (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which class of antidepressants non-selectively agonizes the entire monoamine family?

<p>Monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAOIs) (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which neurotransmitters are targeted by serotonin and norepinephrine reuptake inhibitors (SNRIs)?

<p>Serotonin and norepinephrine (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which class of antidepressants block the reuptake of both serotonin and norepinephrine?

<p>Tricyclic antidepressants (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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