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The function of glial cells is to

Which of the following is produced naturally by our bodies and has a similar effect to the drug morphine, in that it elevates mood and eases pain?

The brain’s ability to grow new brain cells, particularly in the hippocampus, is called 

Central nervous system neurons that process information between sensory inputs and motor outputs are called

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Myasthenia gravis  is an autoimmune condition where your body attacks its own ACh receptors.  Explain the rationale for treating this with acetylcholinesterase inhibitors.