Identify the major neurotransmitters and discuss how each is thought to affect behavior.

What will be an ideal response?


• Serotonin: regulates sensory perception sleep, and body temperature• Endorphins: eases pain• Acetylcholine: stimulation• Catecholamines: stimulation• Gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA): relaxation and sleep

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A. nitrosamines. B. anticarcinogens. C. phytochemicals. D. free radicals.

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Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)

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