Dopamine

1. What is it?

1.1. a type of neurotransmitter the body produces dopamine and the nervous system uses it to send messages between nerve cells. Also called a chemical messenger, plays a vital role in how we feel pressure and also part of our human ability to think and plan. Also, helps us strive and focus, and find things interesting

2. Behavior and physical functions

2.1. Learning, Motivation, Heart rate, Blood Vessel function, Kidney function, Lactation, Sleep, Mood, Attention, Control of nausea and vomiting, pain processing, Movement

3. Role in mental health

3.1. Most mental health disorders and challenges are linked to little or too much dopamine in different parts of the brain

3.1.1. Schizophrenia, ADHD, Drug misuse and addiction are all linked to dopamine. Obesity, Parkinson's disease, and dopamine in other diseases

4. Dopamine Can Save Lives

4.1. In certain medical situations, Dopamine can be a life saver. Medical situations include Low blood pressure, Poor cardiac output (when the heart doesn't pump enough blood). Poor blood to vital organs, and some cases of septic shock

5. Possible complications

5.1. Irregular heartbeat, faster heart beat, trouble breathing, chest pain, Nausea and vomiting, Headaches