Neurotransmitter
Medical term · N
A chemical messenger released by nerve cells that transmits messages to nearby other nerve cells.
Related terms
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AcetylcholineA neurotransmitter (a chemical messenger that sends signals between brain cells) that plays roles in attention, learning, and memory.
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BenzodiazepinesAnti-anxiety medications that work by helping to maintain levels of the neurotransmitter gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA) in the brain.
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D2 receptorA type of dopamine receptor (see neurotransmitter receptors) that seems to be particularly important in addiction.
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DopamineA chemical messenger (neurotransmitter) that affects movement and thought processes.