Neurotransmitters

Here’s a set of intro flashcards for neurotransmitters that you can copy and paste into a study app like Anki or Quizlet!

1.
Q: What is the primary excitatory neurotransmitter in the brain?
A: Glutamate

2.
Q: What is the primary inhibitory neurotransmitter in the brain?
A: GABA (Gamma-Aminobutyric Acid)

3.
Q: Which neurotransmitter is associated with reward, motivation, and movement?
A: Dopamine (DA)

4.
Q: Which neurotransmitter regulates mood, appetite, and sleep?
A: Serotonin (5-HT)

5.
Q: Which neurotransmitter plays a key role in the fight-or-flight response and attention?
A: Norepinephrine (NE) / Noradrenaline

6.
Q: Which neurotransmitter is involved in muscle contraction, memory, and attention?
A: Acetylcholine (ACh)

7.
Q: Which neurotransmitter functions as a natural painkiller and is released during exercise?
A: Endorphins (Endogenous opioids)

8.
Q: Which neurotransmitter transmits pain signals?
A: Substance P

9.
Q: Which neurotransmitter is associated with social bonding, trust, and empathy?
A: Oxytocin

10.
Q: What neurotransmitter helps regulate water retention and social behavior?
A: Vasopressin

11.
Q: Which neurotransmitter is commonly deficient in Alzheimer’s disease?
A: Acetylcholine (ACh)

12.
Q: Which neurotransmitter is involved in schizophrenia when in excess and Parkinson’s disease when deficient?
A: Dopamine (DA)

13.
Q: What are the two types of neurotransmitter receptors?
A: Ionotropic (fast) and Metabotropic (slow)

14.
Q: What neurotransmitter is responsible for increasing heart rate and energy during stress?
A: Epinephrine (Adrenaline)