Science Common Sense
848 - What are neurotransmitters, and how do they affect our mood?
Imagine your brain has tiny messengers called neurotransmitters that send signals to different parts of your body. They help control things like your mood, sleep, and appetite.
There are many types of neurotransmitters, but some important ones that affect mood are:
- Serotonin: Makes you feel happy and calm.
- Dopamine: Helps you feel excited and motivated.
- Endorphins: Release happy feelings when you exercise or do something fun.
When these neurotransmitters work correctly, you feel good. But if there's not enough of them or they're not working properly, you might feel sad, anxious, or moody.
Think of neurotransmitters like a conversation between your brain and body. They help you feel the way you do, and when everything works correctly, you feel happy and healthy.