Biological Research Concerning the Development of Mood Disorders Suggests That

question 143

Multiple Choice

Biological research concerning the development of mood disorders suggests that:

• A) acetylcholine and dopamine may be key neurotransmitters in depression.
• B) a long form of the gene 5-HTT may predispose a person to depression.
• C) depressed people have high levels of cortisol, which can affect the hippocampus and amygdala.
• D) part of the problem of depression is the underproduction of cortisol.

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Definitions:

Helper T Cells

A type of white blood cell that plays a crucial role in the body's immune response by signaling other cells to fight infections.

Suppressor T Cells

A type of immune cell responsible for regulating and suppressing immune responses to maintain immune system balance and prevent autoimmune diseases.

Killer T Cells

A type of white blood cell that plays a crucial role in the immune response by killing infected cells and tumors.

Chondrosarcoma

A type of cancer that forms in the cartilage of the body, typically affecting the bones.