Explain the Ways in Which the Activity of the Neurotransmitter

question 28

Essay

Explain the ways in which the activity of the neurotransmitter is stopped at the postsynaptic receptor.

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Definitions:

Prefrontal Cortex

The front part of the frontal lobe of the brain, involved in complex behaviors including planning, decision making, and moderating social behavior.

Deep Brain Surgery

A medical procedure involving the brain, where surgery is performed on structures deep within the brain to treat neurological disorders.

FDA

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is a federal agency of the United States Department of Health and Human Services, responsible for protecting and promoting public health through the control and supervision of food safety, tobacco products, dietary supplements, prescription and over-the-counter pharmaceutical drugs, vaccines, biopharmaceuticals, medical devices, and veterinary products.

ADHD

Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, a neurodevelopmental disorder characterized by persistent patterns of inattention, hyperactivity, and impulsivity.