2.1.2 - Neurotransmission 8 mark plan

2.1.2 - Using one or more examples, explain the effects of neurotransmission on human behaviour

Definition

Neurotransmission is the act by which electro-chemical messages are transmitted across the synaptic gap within the synapse.

Behaviour is any kind of physical response to a stimulus.

Explain concept

Acetylcholine, an example of a neurotransmitter

Acetylcholine is a neurotransmitter responsible for the formation of memory.

Study - Martinez and Kesner (1991)

Tested the role that acetylcholine (neurotransmitter) has on memory (behaviour)

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