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Terminal Buttons: The Gatekeepers of Neural Signaling

By Mohammed looti / / 1 min read
Scientifically Reviewed · Dr. Marwa Abd-Alazim · September 12, 2026
Medically & Scientifically Reviewed Verified: September 12, 2026
Dr. Marwa Abd-Alazim PhD in Psychology
Faculty Member • University of Kerbala
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Terminal Buttons: The Gatekeepers of Neural Signaling
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the terminal part of an axon from which a neural signal is rendered, via dispersion of a neurotransmitter, across a synapse to a nearby neuron

TERMINAL BUTTON: “The terminal button is commonly referred to as the synaptic button, end button, button terminal, terminal bulb, and synaptic knob.”
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About the Author: Mohammed looti

An academic and researcher specialized in educational psychology and a faculty member at the University of Kerbala. He holds a PhD in his field, and his research interests center on positive psychology, the development of psychological scales, and cognitive emotion regulation. Dr. Looti is distinguished by his contemporary research approach, focusing on the psychological effects of modern technology and artificial intelligence on mental health and identity formation among young people. His scholarly contributions also extend to studying the dynamics of family communication and its role in building self-efficacy and leadership skills, in addition to his research on mindfulness programs and psychological recovery — making him an active researcher enriching the field of educational and applied psychology.

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looti, M. (2026, September 12). Terminal Buttons: The Gatekeepers of Neural Signaling. Encyclopedia of psychology. https://encyclopedia.arabpsychology.com/terminal-button/
looti, Mohammed. “Terminal Buttons: The Gatekeepers of Neural Signaling.” Encyclopedia of psychology, 12 September 2026, https://encyclopedia.arabpsychology.com/terminal-button/.
looti, Mohammed. “Terminal Buttons: The Gatekeepers of Neural Signaling.” Encyclopedia of psychology. September 12, 2026. https://encyclopedia.arabpsychology.com/terminal-button/.

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