On a Neurological Level, Evidence Suggests That Depressed People "Underutilize

question 39

Multiple Choice

On a neurological level, evidence suggests that depressed people "underutilize" the neurotransmitter _____.

• A) serotonin
• B) dopamine
• C) adenosine
• D) epinephrine

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Definitions:

Presynaptic Terminal

The end of a neuron from which neurotransmitters are released to communicate with a neighboring neuron's receptor site.

Sarcolemma

The Sarcolemma is the cell membrane surrounding muscle fibers, critical for receiving and conducting stimuli and maintaining the integrity of muscle cells.

Clostridium Botulinum

A bacterium that produces botulinum toxin, which can cause botulism, a serious and potentially fatal illness.

Neuromuscular Junction

A synapse between a motor neuron and skeletal muscle cell, enabling nerve impulses to trigger muscle contraction.