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1. Describe neurotransmitters in terms of what they are, their general function within the body, and their impact on behavior.

2. Discuss the connection between neurons and neurotransmitters.

3. Pick two neurotransmitters and discuss their general functions in our bodies. Also discuss each neurotransmitterâ??s connection with disease or disorders. Does a neurotransmitter problem cause the disease, or does the disease cause a neurotransmitter problem? In other words, what might be the relationship between transmitter function or effectiveness and a particular disease or disorder?

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