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Neurotransmitters
Are chemicals released from neurones to help them to pass messages
Dopamine
Plays a role in attention and learning
Serotonin
Plays a role in our mood
GABA
Plays a role in calming us down
Receptors
Special protein molecule found on the cell membrane of a neurone
Reuptake
When a neurotransmitter is taken back by the pre-synaptic neurone
Drug
Is a substance taken into the body that modifies or affect chemical reactions in the body
Stimulants
Cause more neurotransmitter molecules to diffuse across the synapse
What is the effect of stimulants on the body
Increase alertness but can lead to irritability
What is the effect of depressants in the body
Cause sleepiness, blurred vision and impaired judgement