Primary Neurotransmitters; 2 Types

Glutamate

AMPA

NMDA

Ca2

GABA

Neurotransmitter

Neuromodulator

Neurohormone

Receptor Types; 2

Ionotropic Receptors

Metabotropic Receptors

Acetylcholine (Ach)

Dopamine

Norepinephrine (Noradrenaline)

Serotonin (H5T)

Prozac

Blood Brain Barrier

Therapeutic Window

Drug Action

Agonist

Antagonist

Cocaine

Benzodiazepines (e.g. Valium)

Alcohol

Positive Reinforcement

Negative Reinforcement

Reinforcement

Tolerance

Sensitivity

Heroin

Heroin withdrawal

Cocaine