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RODY.ELKHALIL

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When comparing transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) and electroconvulsive therapy (ECT), which statement is most accurate?
 
  a. TMS has less side effects than ECT.
  b. TMS has more side effects than ECT.
  c. TMS has greater relapse rates than ECT.
  d. ECT has greater relapse rates than TMS.
  e. TMS is more invasive than ECT.

Question 2

Which statement demonstrates evidence in favor of the monoamine hypothesis for affective disorders?
 
  a. Reserpine does not cause depressive symptoms.
  b. Tryptophan depletion causes depression in susceptible individuals.
  c. L-DOPA results in depressive symptoms.
  d. Dopamine agonists treat depression.
  e. Dopamine antagonists treat depression.


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skipfourms123

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Reply #1 on: Jun 22, 2018
Answer to Question 1

Answer: a. TMS has less side effects than ECT.

Answer to Question 2

Answer: b. Tryptophan depletion causes depression in susceptible individuals.


RODY.ELKHALIL

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Reply 2 on: Jun 22, 2018
Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

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Excellent

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