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Metfan725

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How do cocaine and amphetamines lead to hallucinations, delusions, and paranoia?
 
  A) They increase dopamine and norepinephrine.
   B) They lead to depletion of dopamine and norepinephrine.
   C) They deplete serotonin levels.
   D) They act on the GABA-ergic system.

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According to your text, _____ increase the brain's levels of the neurotransmitter norepinephrine.
 
  A) heroin and other opiates
   B) alcohol and marijuana
   C) caffeine and nicotine
   D) cocaine and methamphetamine



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jrpg123456

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Answer to Question 1

A

Answer to Question 2

D




Metfan725

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


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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Excellent

 

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