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HudsonKB16

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St. Johns wort is an herbal remedy. It appears that its active substance, hypericin, enhances serotonin activity and acts as a monoamine oxidase inhibitor (MAOI). If studies show that St. Johns wort is effective in treating disorders, it will most likely be used to combat symptoms of ____.
 
  a. schizophrenia
  b. depression
  c. generalized anxiety disorder
  d. conversion disorder

Question 2

Valeri is diagnosed with major depression. Her doctor is most likely to prescribe ____ to reduce her depressive symptoms.
 
  a. lithium
  b. a tricyclic antidepressant
  c. a tranquilizing drug
  d. a neuroleptic drug



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Answer to Question 1

ANSWER:
b

Answer to Question 2

ANSWER:
b



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