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Explain the processes involved when drugs such as cocaine, marijuana, mescaline, or alcohol enter the brain. You may draw a diagram to amplify your explanation.
Additionally, Select ONE of the questions below to discuss.
- Would it be worse to have poorly functioning sensory neurons or motor neurons? Why?
- Neurons communicate using electrochemical communication. What part is “electric” communication and what part is “chemical” communication? Which do you think is more important? Why?
- Explain why having improper levels of neurotransmitters is not a good situation. Use a specific neurotransmitter to better explain your answer.
- If you had to live life without proper levels of one of your neurotransmitters, which would you choose? What would life be like? Is there anything you could do about it?