The Gut–Brain Axis (VCE SSCE Psychology): Quizzes
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What type of communication does the gut-brain axis enable?
What type of communication does the gut-brain axis enable?
Bidirectional communication
How many neurons does the enteric nervous system contain?
How many neurons does the enteric nervous system contain?
200-600 million neurons
What unique capability does the ENS have compared to other peripheral nervous systems?
What unique capability does the ENS have compared to other peripheral nervous systems?
Functions independently of brain
Where does the vagus nerve originate?
Where does the vagus nerve originate?
Brain stem
How many different microbe species are found in the human gut?
How many different microbe species are found in the human gut?
Over 1000 species
What was associated with lower levels of Bacteroides bacteria in the 2018 depression study?
What was associated with lower levels of Bacteroides bacteria in the 2018 depression study?
Stronger cortex hyperactivity
What role does GABA play in the nervous system?
What role does GABA play in the nervous system?
Primary inhibitory neurotransmitter
What effect does chronic stress have on gut microbiota?
What effect does chronic stress have on gut microbiota?
Alters microbiota composition
What did 2004 research reveal about germ-free mice with less diverse gut flora?
What did 2004 research reveal about germ-free mice with less diverse gut flora?
Exaggerated stress response
How many neurotransmitters does the ENS use?
How many neurotransmitters does the ENS use?
More than 30