Neurotransmission vs Neuromodulation Brain Science Stuff
Neurotransmitters vs. Neuromodulators: Understanding Brain Chemistry
Join Dr. Jessica Beachkofsky in this Brain Bites episode as she delves into the distinctions between neurotransmitters and neuromodulators. Learn about their differences in speed, duration of action, and impacts on neurons. Discover how neurotransmitters cause rapid changes while neuromodulators provide longer-lasting effects across broader neural networks. Enhance your knowledge of brain chemistry with this insightful explanation.
00:00 Introduction to Neuromodulation
00:17 Understanding Neurotransmitters vs. Neuromodulators
01:00 Mechanisms of Neurotransmitters
01:37 Mechanisms of Neuromodulators
02:22 Conclusion and Final Thoughts