Review the assigned topics listed by the first letter of your first name. For example, if your first name is G, your assigned topic is norepinephrine.
|
The First Letter of Your First Name |
Topic |
|
A – D |
acetylcholine |
|
E – H |
norepinephrine |
|
I – L |
dopamine |
|
M – P |
serotonin |
|
Q – T |
gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA) |
|
U – Z |
histamine |
1.
Application of Course Knowledge: Answer all questions/criteria with explanations and detail.
a. Provide a 3-5 sentence paraphrased summary of the assigned neurotransmitter purpose and function.
b. Link the assigned neurotransmitter to a psychiatric diagnosis or diagnoses.
c. Discuss associated symptoms of the selected diagnosis or diagnoses. Determine if each symptom is related to an excess or deficiency in the neurotransmitter.
d. Identify a drug class that treats the disorder. Discuss whether recommended medications are agonists or antagonists. Explain how the medication impacts the clinical signs and symptoms (treats the diagnosis).