Which of the Following Is a Long-Term Effect of Heroin

question 83

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is a long-term effect of heroin use?

• A) The body decreases the production of endorphins.
• B) The body increases the production of endorphins.
• C) a decrease in dopamine production
• D) a release of excess dopamine
• E) All of the answer choices are long-term side effects of heroin use.

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