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Molecules of Emotion
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Molecules of Emotion
A paper looking at the physiological control of emotions.
1,125 words (approx. 4.5 pages) |
2 sources |
APA | 2004
Paper Summary:
This paper looks at emotions and how they are controlled physiologically. It examines Candace Pert's theories of ligand/receptor interactions, and the nervous system/immune system/endocrine system network which she believes controls emotions.From the Paper:
"Receptors are considered the first component of the molecules of emotion by Pert and ligands are considered the second. A receptor is a specialized area on a cell surface that a ligand binds to. A ligand is a natural or man made substance which binds to its own specific receptor on the surface of a cell. The two fit together like a lock receptor and key ligand. The ligands bind briefly to their receptors initiating a change in the receptor which sets various events in motion within..."More papers on Molecules of Emotion:
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APA Citation:
Molecules of Emotion (2012, January 15). Retrieved February 12, 2012, from http://www.academon.com/Essay-Molecules-of-Emotion/72673
MLA Citation:
"Molecules of Emotion" 15 January 2012. Web. 12 Feb. 2012. <http://www.academon.com/Essay-Molecules-of-Emotion/72673>
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