Briefly, Describe Three Examples of How Cells Respond to Signals

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Essay

Briefly, describe three examples of how cells respond to signals. Describe two possible mechanisms of signal termination.

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Definitions:

Peripartum Depression

A mood disorder just before or after childbirth, characterized by feelings of extreme sadness, anxiety, and exhaustion that may interfere with a mother's ability to care for herself or her baby.

Antidepressant Medication

Drugs specifically designed to relieve symptoms of depression by adjusting chemical imbalances in the brain.

Symbolic Loss

Emotional responses to losses that represent more than the thing itself, such as the loss of youth or dreams, which can trigger grief or depression.

Object Relations

A theory in psychoanalysis focusing on relationships and the impact of early family interactions on personality development.