neurotransmitters

a tiny space between the axon terminal of one neuron and the dendrite of an adjoining neron

space between two neurons

a chemical messenger that travels across the synapse from one neuron to the next and influences wheter a neuron will generat and action potential

the neuron that sends the signal across the gap

a neuron on the receiving end of a synapse

a neurotransmitter effect that makes it more likely that the receiving neuron will generate an action potential

a neaurotransmitter effect taht makes it less likely that the receiving neuron wil generate an action potential(impulse)

a small structure like a sac that stores chemicals called neurotransmitters

a neurotransmitter that triggers muscle contraction and affects learning and memory

neurotransmitter that is involved in arousal and the fight-or-flight system (also mood, sleep, and learning)

neurotransmitter involved in regulating emotions, speficically rewarding sensations. Also involved in movement, with links to Parkinson's disease.

affects mood, hunger,sleep, and arousal. undersupply linked to depression

neurotransmitters that give one a feeling of well-being, euphoria or eliminate pain