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ap345

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A person who is admitted to a hospital with symptoms of paranoid psychosis may actually suffer from
 
  a. opiate abuse.
  b. a chemical imbalance involving the dopamine system.
  c. damage to the orbitofrontal cortex.
  d. excessive use of caffeine.
  e. excessive use of amphetamine or cocaine.

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________________ has effects that are so potent and rapid that it is probably the most effective reinforcer of all available drugs.
 
  a. Crack cocaine
  b. Ecstasy
  c. Alcohol
  d. Heroin
  e. Ketamine


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helenmarkerine

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

Answer: e. excessive use of amphetamine or cocaine.

Answer to Question 2

Answer: a. Crack cocaine


ap345

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Reply 2 on: Jun 22, 2018
Great answer, keep it coming :)

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Excellent

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