Increased fear, anxiety, or panic is related to increased activity of ____ and decreased activity of ____.

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CCK (cholecystokinin) is a neuropeptide that increases anxiety and panic, while GABA (gamma-aminobutyric acid) is an inhibitory neurotransmitter that decreases anxiety and panic. Therefore, increased activity of CCK and decreased activity of GABA are associated with increased fear, anxiety, or panic.

Increased Fear, Anxiety, or Panic Is Related to Increased Activity