Multiple choice

Alterations in which neurotransmitters in the brain by pharmacological agents has been shown to influence fatigue development?

  1. Dopamine and serotonin

  2. Acetyl choline and nor-adrenaline

  3. Amphetamines and acetyl choline

  4. Glutamate and serotonin

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Explanation

Many different factors are involved in the subjective sensation of fatigue and there is growing evidence that events occurring within the brain may be just as important. These involve a variety of neurotransmitters. Administration of drugs that affect dopamine and serotonin activity in the brain has been shown to affect exercise performance.