OP Summer Psychology - Types of Neurotransmitters (7)

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Acetylcholine (ACh)

involved in a number of functions including voluntary motor control

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Dopamine (DA)

regulates motor behavior, motivation, pleasure, and emotional arousal

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Glutamate

major excitatory neurotransmitter involved in information transmission throughout the brain

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GABA (gamma-aminobutyric acid)

major inhibitory neurotransmitter in the brain

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Norepinephrine (NE)

particularly involved in states of vigilance or heighted awareness of dangers in environment

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Serotonin (5-HT)

involved in the regulation of sleep and wakefulness, eating, and aggressive behavior

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Endorphins

chemicals that act within the pain pathways and emotion centers of the brain