Explain What Happens Before and During the Triggering of a Neuron.Include

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Essay

Explain what happens before and during the triggering of a neuron.Include a description of the resting state.

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Definitions:

Neurotransmitters

Chemical substances that transmit signals across a synapse from one neuron to another in the brain.

Structural Brain Damage

It involves physical changes to the brain's structure due to injury, disease, or congenital conditions, potentially impacting cognitive functions and mental health.

Benzodiazepines

A class of psychoactive drugs used primarily for treating anxiety, insomnia, and several other conditions due to their sedative effects.

GABA

Gamma-Aminobutyric Acid, an inhibitory neurotransmitter in the brain that reduces neuronal excitability throughout the nervous system.