When a Neuron Transmits a Message, It Sends A(n) ____________________

question 115

Short Answer

When a neuron transmits a message, it sends a(n) ____________________, which is an electrical signal that travels down the axon toward other neurons.

Identify the symptoms and conditions treated by specific psychoactive medications.

Distinguish between typical (first-generation) and atypical (second-generation) antipsychotic medications.

Recognize the historical impact of antipsychotic medications on the treatment and hospitalization rates of mental disorders.

Understand the role of neurotransmitters such as dopamine and serotonin in the effectiveness of psychoactive medications.

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Definitions:

Alternating Current

Electrical current that periodically reverses direction, commonly used in households and industries for power distribution.

Resistance

The opposition to the flow of electric current, measured in Ohms, which affects how much current flows through a circuit.

Voltage Drop

The reduction in electrical potential along the path of a current flowing through an electrical circuit, influenced by the circuit's resistance.

Circuit

A closed loop or pathway that allows the flow of electricity, comprising elements like conductors, resistors, and power sources.