The First-Generation Antipsychotics Seem to Work Because They Block Dopamine

question 94

Multiple Choice

The first-generation antipsychotics seem to work because they block dopamine. This is supported by the new research findings that

• A) changes in symptoms begin to occur weeks after starting to take the medications, rather than immediately.
• B) patients report they feel better right away, although there isn't any actual clinical changes occurring.
• C) changes in symptoms occur without any side effects.
• D) changes in symptoms begin to occur very quickly after starting to the medications, not weeks later as previously thought.

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