The role of neurotransmitters in the formation of emotions during the implementation of goal-directed activities

Abstract

The relevance of this review is due to the high social significance of understanding the mechanisms of development of emotions, and the relationship of emotions with purposeful motivational activity. Data from modern literature indicate that motivational arousal undergoes a number of neurophysiological stages to achieve a set goal, realized with the participation of different neurotransmitter systems. An imbalance of neurotransmitters can cause a number of neuropsychiatric diseases (Parkinson's disease, depression) and disorders (insomnia, anxiety, memory loss, etc).

The review shows the role of the main neurotransmitters and hormones involved in the formation of emotions to achieve a useful adaptive result, as well as the characteristics of neurochemical processes in the implementation of various types of goal-directed behavior.