Transmitter molecules in the brain

I: Biochemistry of Transmitter Molecules.- Introduction: Role of Chemical Neurotransmission in Brain Function.- References.- Classical Transmitters and Neuromodulators.- Process of Synaptic Transmission.- Classification of Synaptic Messengers.- Dale's Principle.- Definitions.- Classical Neurotransmitters.- Acetylcholine.- Amino Acids.- Monoamines.- Non-classical Transmitters.- Neuromodulators.- Characteristics of Neuromodulators.- Presynaptic Modulation.- Postsynaptic Modulation.- Conclusions.- References.- Neuropeptides.- Differences Between Peptidergic Neurones and Those Containing Classical Neurotransmitters.- One Neuropeptide Gene: Multiple Products.- Opioid Peptides.- Distribution and Functions of Neuropeptides.- Coexistence of Peptides and Classical Neurotransmitters.- Conclusions.- References.- Methods in the Mapping of Neurotransmitter Systems in the Brain.- Techniques Depending on Degeneration.- Studies Which Illustrate Complete Neurones.- Methods Which Depend on Axonal Transport.- Multiple Outputs from One Site.- Chemical Specification of Neurons.- Neurotoxins.- Immunohistochemistry.- Anterograde Tracing.- Regional Energy Metabolism.- References.- II: Function and Dysfunction.- Molecular Aspects of Central Neurotransmitter Function.- Approaches to the Study of Central Neurotransmitter Action.- Mechanisms of Neurotransmitter Action.- References.- Clinical Relevance.- The Functional Psychoses.- Degenerative Disorders and Dementia.- Conclusions.- References.- Normal and Disordered Central Neurotransmitter Function Studied through the Neuroendocrine Window of the Brain.- Basic Studies.- Clinical Studies.- Summary and Conclusions.- References.- Problems and Prospects.- Errors and Deficiencies in Concepts.- Errors in Techniques and Interpretation of Data.- Prospects.- References.