The Neuron and Neural Firing

AP Psychology· difficulty 3/5

Glutamate is the brain's primary

  • A

    Excitatory neurotransmitter, important in learning and memory

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  • B

    Stress hormone, released by the adrenal glands during fight-or-flight

  • C

    Endorphin chemical, important in pain reduction and feelings of pleasure

  • D

    Inhibitory neurotransmitter, important in calming down neural activity

Explanation

Excessive glutamate can cause seizures or excitotoxicity.

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