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397 wordsWritten Assignment 2 Question 1 The human nervous system is responsible for monitoring and controlling almost all organ system via a series of negative / positive feedback loops. The CNS (central nervous system) includes the brain and spinal cord. The Peripheral Nervous System (PNS) connects the central nervous system to other parts of the organism. The SNS includes all nerves that control the muscular system and external sensory receptors. The Autonomic Nervous System is the part of PNS that co...
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Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitors Obsessive Compulsive Disorder
3,264 wordsBrain Chemistry and Recent Advances The mysteries surrounding the complexity of the brain and how it works has led scientists in diverse fields to search for answers. Chemicals in the brain and the reactions that take place are being understood now more than ever due to continuing research in genetics, pharmacology, and mental illness. Study and research in genetics has helped identify some of the genes involved in producing, receiving, or sending certain chemical reactions, the way they work, a...
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Ascending Reticular Activating Synaptic Ally Agonizes Lsd
4,684 wordsTable of Contents Introduction Table 1: Effects of LSD A Brief Foray Into Philosophy and the Cognitive Sciences The Suspects Figure 1: Structure of LSD Overview of Synaptic Transmission Theory: LSD Pre-synaptic ally Inhibits 5 -HT Neurons Theory: LSD Post-synaptic ally Antagonizes 5 -HT 2 Receptors Figure 2: LSD Binding at 5 -HT 2 Receptor Theory: LSD Post-synaptic ally Partially Agonizes 5 -HT 2 Receptors Theory: LSD Post-synaptic ally Agonizes 5 -HT 1 Receptors Conclusion References Introducti...
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1,255 wordsProzac is the worlds most widely prescribed antidepressant; it has been used by more than 35 million people worldwide. Chances are, someone you know is getting better because of it. In our society of quick fixes and fast food restaurants, it is not surprising to find an increasing amount of people over-prescribed with antidepressants such as Prozac. This prescription drug is becoming alarmingly popular in todays society. People in almost every age category are being prescribed this drug in the t...
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Neuromuscular Junction Nerve Impulses
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