Dopaminergic system
Dopaminergic System
The Dopaminergic System (pronunciation: doh-puh-muh-NER-jik sis-tuhm) is a set of Neurons that produce the neurotransmitter Dopamine. This system plays a crucial role in several significant functions in the body, including Motor Control, Reward, and Motivation.
Etymology
The term "Dopaminergic" is derived from the word "Dopamine," which is a neurotransmitter, and "-ergic," a suffix used in neurobiology to denote a substance's action or effect. The term "Dopamine" itself is derived from its chemical name: 3,4-dihydroxyphenethylamine.
Function
The Dopaminergic System is involved in various functions in the body. It plays a significant role in the Central Nervous System, where it affects motor control, reward, and motivation. It also influences mood, sleep, attention, learning, and pain processing.
Related Terms
- Dopamine: A type of neurotransmitter that is produced by the Dopaminergic System.
- Neuron: A nerve cell that is a fundamental unit of the nervous system.
- Motor Control: The process by which the nervous system coordinates the muscle movements.
- Reward: A theoretical construct in psychology that represents the positive reinforcement of a particular behavior.
- Motivation: The process that initiates, guides, and maintains goal-oriented behaviors.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Dopaminergic system
- Wikipedia's article - Dopaminergic system
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