Reduced light causes decreases in _______ neurons, which is thought to contribute to the experience of seasonal affective disorder.
A)serotonin
B)dopamine
C)GABA
D)epinephrine

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Serotonin is a neurotransmitter that plays a role in regulating mood, and reduced levels of serotonin have been associated with depression. Reduced exposure to light, particularly during the winter months, is thought to contribute to seasonal affective disorder by decreasing serotonin levels.

Reduced Light Causes Decreases in _______ Neurons, Which Is Thought