What Is Dopamine | Frenly - Friendly Connections Made Easy

Dopamine is an organic chemical of the [[catecholamine|catecholamine]] and [[phenethylamine-alkaloid|phenethylamine alkaloid]] families, synthesized from [[l-dopa|l-DOPA]] in the brain and kidneys. Dopamine is involved in the regulation of [[blood-pressure|blood pressure]] and [[heart-rate|heart rate]]. Its release is influenced by various factors, including [[stress|stress]], [[sleep|sleep]], and [[exercise|exercise]].