During REM sleep,specific brainstem neurons show reduced activity.What types of neurotransmitters are released by these neurons?
A)Serotonin and dopamine
B)Serotonin and norepinephrine
C)Glutamate and dopamine
D)Glutamate and norepinephrine

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During REM sleep, brainstem neurons that release serotonin and norepinephrine show reduced activity. This allows for the inhibition of muscle tone and motor activity during this stage of sleep.

During REM Sleep,specific Brainstem Neurons Show Reduced Activity