Project Description

Research Project Instructions

Title: Role of Neurotransmitters in Mood Regulation and Emotional Response Across Age Groups

🔍 Overview of the Research Question

This research paper explores how neurotransmitters—chemical messengers in the brain—affect mood regulation and emotional responses. It should analyze how neurotransmitter activity (e.g., serotonin, dopamine, norepinephrine) contributes to emotional stability, mood disorders, or behavioral changes, and how these effects differ across age groups (children, adolescents, adults, and older adults). The goal is to examine both biological mechanisms and developmental variations in emotional regulation across the lifespan.

🔹 Submission Deadline

✅ The completed paper must be submitted within 24 hours after hire.

1. Paper Length and Format

• Length: 1–2 full pages (excluding title and reference pages)

• File Format: Word (.doc/.docx) or PDF

• Font: Times New Roman (12 pt), Calibri (11 pt), or Arial (11 pt)

• Spacing: Double-spaced

• Margins: 1 inch on all sides

• Indentation: First line of each paragraph indented 0.5 inches

• Page Numbers: Top right corner of each page

2. Paper Structure

✅ A. Title Page

Include the following centered and double-spaced:

• Paper Title: Role of Neurotransmitters in Mood Regulation and Emotional Response Across Age Groups (bold)

• Your Full Name

• Institution Name

• Course Title and Number

• Instructor's Name

• Submission Date

✅ B. Main Body (1–2 Pages)

Include:

• Introduction:

  • Introduce the concept of neurotransmitters and their role in mood/emotion

  • Briefly outline the focus on age-related differences

• Body:

  • Explain the functions of key neurotransmitters (e.g., serotonin, dopamine, norepinephrine, GABA)

  • Analyze how neurotransmitter activity influences mood regulation and emotional response

  • Compare how these processes differ across various age groups (children, adolescents, adults, elderly)

  • Mention any disorders or imbalances (e.g., depression, anxiety) linked to neurotransmitter function

• Conclusion:

  • Summarize the biological and developmental insights

  • Emphasize the importance of age-specific understanding of mood regulation

Use APA-style headings if helpful for organization.

✅ C. References Page

• Begin on a new page titled References (bold, centered)

• List all cited sources in APA 7th edition format

• Use hanging indents (0.5 inches)

3. Citation Guidelines (APA 7th Edition)

• Paraphrasing: (Author, Year)

• Direct quote: (Author, Year, p. #)

• Three or more authors: (Author et al., Year)

4. Research Requirements

• Use at least 4 scholarly academic sources

• Acceptable sources include:

  • Peer-reviewed journals

  • Academic books

  • Government or university (.gov/.edu) sites

  • Reputable psychology or neuroscience databases

✅ Final Submission Checklist

• APA-formatted title page

• 1–2 pages of well-structured content

• APA in-text citations

• Reference page with at least 4 scholarly sources

• Proper grammar, spelling, and formatting

• Submitted within 24 hours of hire