Neurotransmitters
Neurotransmitters are the chemical messengers in our body that our #brain releases. Their main function is to transmit signals from nerve cells (neurons) to target cells such as our muscles, glands or other nerves.
Types of Neurotransmitters
- Excitatory neurotransmitters encourage a target cell to take action.
- Inhibitory neurotransmitters decrease the chances of the target cell taking action. In some cases, these neurotransmitters have a relaxation-like effect.
- Modulatory neurotransmitters can send messages to many neurons at the same time. They also communicate with other neurotransmitters.
Best-known Important Neurotransmitters
Experts have identified more than 100 neurotransmitters to date but these are the most commonly known:
Happy Chemicals
- Dopamine#
- Serotonin
- Oxytocin
- Endorphins
Other Important Chemicals
- Glutamate
- GABA
- Acetylcholine
- Norepinephrine
- Epinephrine (Adrenaline)
- Histamine
