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When a Person Has Chronic Problems with Not Getting Adequate

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When a person has chronic problems with not getting adequate sleep, he or she is said to suffer from _____. ​


Definitions:

Neurotransmitter

Chemical substances that transmit signals across a synapse from one neuron to another in the nervous system.

Receptors

Proteins found inside or on the cell surface that respond to specific chemical signals by initiating a cellular response.

Inhibitory Synapses

These are the connections between neurons that decrease the likelihood of the recipient neuron firing an action potential.

Endorphins

Natural chemicals in the brain that act as painkillers and mood enhancers, often released during exercise, excitement, pain, and sexual activity.

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