Neurotransmitters
on Physical and Mental Behavior
Maureen Haynes
PSY 350
Prof: Alina Perez-Sheppe
Aug 8, 2011
Neurotransmitters on Physical and Mental Behavior Our physical and mental behavior is controlled by what is called Neurotransmitters. These neurotransmitters are described as free floating chemicals in our brain transmit signals in the synapse, a junction that permits a neuron to pass electrical signals to other cells. In this paper I will identify four major neurotransmitters, such as the dopamine, acetylcholine, gaba and glutamate. Plus, I will analyze their function, and evaluate their impact on physical and mental behavior. Neurotransmitters are stored in minute sac called vesicles located at the end of axons. When an impulse, reaches the …show more content…
To counterbalance the additional adrenaline, the brain produces a neurotransmitter called GABA which is the most important inhibitory neurotransmitter in the central nervous system. It helps the neurons mend after transmission, and decrease anxiety and stress. GABA is a significant mood modulator and has inhibitory effects upon the nervous system. (NeuroGenesis, 2011)
Glutamate is the major excitatory neurotransmitter in the brain which is necessary for learning and memory. When glutamate is at a low level it can lead to weariness and poor brain function. But, when glutamate is increased it can cause death to the neurons in the brain. “Dysfunction in glutamate levels are involved in many neurodegenerative diseases such as Alzheimer's disease, Parkinson's, Huntington's, and Tourette's. High levels also contribute to Depression, OCD, and Autism.” (Integrative Psychiatry, 2011) Neurotransmitters plays a vital role in our physical and mental behavior, and eating a healthy diet and taking the proper supplement can help our brain and physical being to function
Maureen Haynes
PSY 350
Prof: Alina Perez-Sheppe
Aug 8, 2011
Neurotransmitters on Physical and Mental Behavior Our physical and mental behavior is controlled by what is called Neurotransmitters. These neurotransmitters are described as free floating chemicals in our brain transmit signals in the synapse, a junction that permits a neuron to pass electrical signals to other cells. In this paper I will identify four major neurotransmitters, such as the dopamine, acetylcholine, gaba and glutamate. Plus, I will analyze their function, and evaluate their impact on physical and mental behavior. Neurotransmitters are stored in minute sac called vesicles located at the end of axons. When an impulse, reaches the …show more content…
To counterbalance the additional adrenaline, the brain produces a neurotransmitter called GABA which is the most important inhibitory neurotransmitter in the central nervous system. It helps the neurons mend after transmission, and decrease anxiety and stress. GABA is a significant mood modulator and has inhibitory effects upon the nervous system. (NeuroGenesis, 2011)
Glutamate is the major excitatory neurotransmitter in the brain which is necessary for learning and memory. When glutamate is at a low level it can lead to weariness and poor brain function. But, when glutamate is increased it can cause death to the neurons in the brain. “Dysfunction in glutamate levels are involved in many neurodegenerative diseases such as Alzheimer's disease, Parkinson's, Huntington's, and Tourette's. High levels also contribute to Depression, OCD, and Autism.” (Integrative Psychiatry, 2011) Neurotransmitters plays a vital role in our physical and mental behavior, and eating a healthy diet and taking the proper supplement can help our brain and physical being to function