GABA (Gamma-Aminobutyric Acid)

Definition

GABA is a neurotransmitter in the central nervous system that inhibits or slows down brain signals and activity.

Related terms

Inhibitory Neurotransmitter: A type of neurotransmitter, like GABA, that reduces the likelihood of generating an action potential and thus inhibits neuronal signaling.

Benzodiazepines:

These are drugs that enhance the effect of GABA in the body, leading to sedative and anxiety-reducing effects.

Neural Inhibition: This is a process by which an individual neuron can prevent the transmission of signals from other neurons.