How do neurotransmitters work?

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WHAT ARE NEUROTRANSMITTERS?

Neurotransmitters are chemical substances that are produced and released by nerve cells (neurons) in the brain and nervous system. They play a key role in transmitting signals between neurons and other cells in the body.

When a neuron is stimulated, it releases neurotransmitters into the synapse, a small gap between the neurons. The neurotransmitters then bind to receptors on the surface of the next neuron, activating the receptors and transmitting the signal across the synapse. This process is known as neurotransmission.

Different neurotransmitters have different effects on the body, depending on the type of receptors they bind to and the type of signaling pathways they activate. Some common neurotransmitters include acetylcholine, dopamine, serotonin, and norepinephrine.

Disregulation of neurotransmitter function can lead to various neurological and psychiatric disorders, such as depression, anxiety…