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An increased level of ________ in the brain (from cocaine, narcotic drugs, or alcohol) produces the euphoria and excitement (high) craved by addicts.
 
  A) serotonin
  B) dopamine
  C) GABA
  D) epinephrine

Question 2

The process of labor and childbirth is known as ________.
 
  A) parturition
  B) antepartum
  C) prenatal
  D) gestation



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Answer to Question 1

B
Explanation: A) Serotonin is not associated with a high.
B) Correct
C) GABA is not associated with a high.
D) Epinephrine is not associated with a high.

Answer to Question 2

A
Explanation: A) Correct Parturit/o- means childbirth; labor.
B) Antepartum is the time before birth, from the mother's perspective.
C) Prenatal is the time before birth, from the fetus' perspective.
D) Gestation is the time from the moment of conception to birth.





 

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