Buffalo Synaptic Transmission and The Major Depressive Disorder MDD

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– This question tests your ability to discuss the neural basis of human behaviour.
Identify FOUR (4) key parts of a typical neuron and outline their respective
functions.
(8 marks)

– Discuss how drugs alter synaptic transmission. Your answer must explain this in
relation to (i) neurochemical synthesis, (ii) direct effects on post-synaptic activity
and (iii) neurochemical reuptake.
(12 marks)

– Explain how medication alters synaptic transmission to manage Major
Depressive Disorder (MDD). Your answer must (i) note how an excess of or a
deficit in one neurochemical leads to MDD, (ii) state ONE (1) type of drug used
to treat the condition and (iii) detail how the drug corrects the neurochemical
abnormality.
(10 marks)