During rapid eye movement (REM) sleep, there is an increase in the neurotransmitter
a. acetylcholine.
b. dopamine.
c. norepinephrine.
d. serotonin.
A
The later transition to rapid eye movement (REM) sleep is marked by a dramatic increase in acetylcholine level and further decreases in serotonin and norepinephrine levels.
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