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No. For example, the amino acid derivative gamma aminobutyric acid has an inhibitory effect on neurons.

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No, neurotransmitters can be either stimulatory or inhibitory. Stimulatory neurotransmitters excite the receiving neuron and increase the likelihood of an action potential, while inhibitory neurotransmitters decrease the likelihood of an action potential. Both types are essential for maintaining a balance in neural signaling within the brain and nervous system.

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