This week you were exposed to a variety of neurotransmitters and neurotransmitter systems. The reading also discussed the role of these substances in response to drugs of abuse and psychological disorders.

Option A: Choose one of the neurotransmitters presented this week and discuss the role it plays in modulating responses to a drug of abuse. For example, you could choose the acetylcholine receptor system and discuss the role this neurotransmitter plays in addiction to nicotine. Your discussion should also indicate the neuroanatomical structures that may play a role in addiction to this substance. Your initial post should be a minimum of 250 words and utilize at least one peer-reviewed source that was published within the last five years.

Option B:  Choose one of the neurotransmitters presented this week and discuss the role it plays in a psychological disorder of your choice. For example, you could choose the dopamine receptor system and discuss the role this neurotransmitter has in the development of schizophrenia. Your discussion should also indicate the neuroanatomical structures that may play a role in development of this psychological disorder.  Your initial posting should be a minimum of 250 words and utilize at least one peer-reviewed source that was published in the last five years