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Acetylcholine   Acetylcholine is a “mixed” brain chemical that plays a significant role in muscle movement and memory; often referred to as the memory chemical. It is derived from choline and phosphatidylcholine and usually acts as an inhibitory neurotransmitter, enhancing other neurotransmitters that are dominant. Blurred vision, mental confusion, impotence and constipation are a few of the symptoms of low acetylcholine levels. High levels are usually caused by medication and may produce symptoms such as excessive salivation, vomiting, sweating, uncontrollable voiding, to name a few.

Addiction   An addiction is any behavior that is repeated in spite of negative consequences. A behavior becomes addictive when it changes moods or emotions.

Adenylate Cyclase   Adenylate cyclase is an enzyme found in the cell that converts potential or stored energy into usable or kinetic energy. The amount of this enzyme that is present in the cell affects the speed at which energy can travel from one nerve to another. Changes in this enzyme level may occur when neurotransmitter levels change and remain consistent over the long term.

Adult Acquired Imbalances   Adult acquired imbalances are usually a result of poor choices, excessive stress, abuse, and inadequate sleep. Correcting these types of imbalances requires a focus on behavior modification.

Amino Acids   Amino acids are the chief components of proteins and are synthesized by living cells. They are essential components of the diet in that they are the source of neurotransmitters in the brain.

Arousal Personality   Arousal refers to the type of reward center a person has and arousal personalities generally prefer to be excited, aroused, and in a heightened state of alertness. Tolerance for anxiety allows arousal personalities to push their own limits which can often lead to chronic stress and acute anxiety. Prolonged states of calm can actually create anxiety or depression for the arousal personality.

Automatic Behaviors   Automatic behaviors are those activities you turn to unconsciously for rewards. They provide a physiological reward to the brain but can be psychologically distressing.

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