Describe Some of the Ways in Which the Age at Death

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Essay

Describe some of the ways in which the age at death can be determined from remains. Why is it more difficult to determine the age of adult remains?

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Definitions:

Serotonin

A neurotransmitter in the brain involved in regulating mood, appetite, and sleep among other functions.

Acetylcholine

A neurotransmitter involved in many functions including muscle movement, heart rate, memory, and also acts as a neuromodulator in the central and peripheral nervous systems.

Dopamine

A neurotransmitter involved in many brain functions, including reward and motivation, motor control, and the regulation of mood.

Rebound Insomnia

A condition where difficulty sleeping reoccurs or worsens after discontinuing sleeping pills, leading to temporary sleep disturbances.