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Zoey63294

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Which neurotransmitter is located only in the brain, particularly in the raphe nuclei of the brainstem, and is implicated in depression?
 
  a. Norepinephrine
  b. Acetylcholine
  c. Dopamine
  d. Serotonin

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Various societies at times throughout history have treated people who were mentally ill with reverence.
 
  Indicate whether the statement is true or false


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Reply #1 on: Jul 19, 2018
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Serotonin, also called 5-HT, is derived from tryptophan, a dietary amino acid. It is located only in the brain, particularly in the raphe nuclei of the brainstem. It plays a role in regulation of mood through its mood-elevating capacity.

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