Which of the Following Is True of the Effects of Alcohol

question 50

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is true of the effects of alcohol on sexual activity?

• A) Alcohol enhances the ability of both men and women to become sexually aroused.
• B) Chronic users of alcohol typically experience increased sexual desire and arousal.
• C) Alcohol use is linked to an increased risk of engaging in risky sexual behaviors.
• D) Alcohol use among young people is the cause of sexual risk behavior and not just a component of an overall risk behavior pattern.

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Depression

A mood disorder characterized by persistent feelings of sadness, hopelessness, and a lack of interest or pleasure in activities.

Acetylcholine

A neurotransmitter in the central and peripheral nervous systems that plays a key role in muscle activation and memory.

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Neurotransmitter

Chemicals in the nervous system that transmit signals across a chemical synapse from one neuron (nerve cell) to another 'target' neuron.