AP PSYCHOLOGY

Detailed explanation-1: -Endorphins are a type of neurotransmitter, or messenger in your body. They attach to your brain’s reward centers (opioid receptors) and carry signals across your nervous system. Endorphin comes from the words “endogenous, ” which means within the body, and “morphine, ” an opiate pain reliever.

Detailed explanation-2: -Endorphins are released by the hypothalamus and pituitary gland in response to pain or stress, this group of peptide hormones both relieves pain and creates a general feeling of well-being.

Detailed explanation-3: -Endorphins also bind to the body’s opioid receptors to block the pain messages and have a muting effect on the pain.

Detailed explanation-4: -Endorphins are proteins that act as neurotransmitters. Endorphins are inhibitory neurotransmitters, meaning they block other signals from occurring. Specifically, endorphins block pain signals. Scientists have actually isolated 20 different types of endorphins.

Detailed explanation-5: -Endorphins are your body’s natural pain reliever. They play a role in our perception of pain. Release of endorphins reduces pain, as well as causes “feel good” feelings. Low levels of endorphins may play a role in fibromyalgia and some types of headaches.