Despite Affecting Many Neurotransmitters, Alcohol Has a Particularly Powerful Effect

question 34

Multiple Choice

Despite affecting many neurotransmitters, alcohol has a particularly powerful effect on the neurotransmitter

• A) serotonin.
• B) GABA.
• C) dopamine.
• D) epinephrine.

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Definitions:

Thalamus

A brain structure that acts as a relay station, processing and transmitting information to various parts of the brain.

Hypothalamus

A crucial brain structure involved in controlling various endocrine functions via the pituitary gland, playing key roles in the regulation of the autonomic nervous system and maintaining the body's homeostasis.

Pituitary Gland

The pituitary gland is a small, pea-sized gland located at the base of the brain, crucial for controlling growth, metabolism, and the function of other glands in the endocrine system.

Nerve Cross Over

The process whereby nerve fibers intersect or cross over from one side of the body to the other, often seen in pathways between the brain and spinal cord.