Chemicals That Can Inhibit or Block Sensations of Pain Are

question 86

Multiple Choice

Chemicals that can inhibit or block sensations of pain are:

• A) serotonin.
• B) endorphins.
• C) norepinephrine.
• D) GABA.

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Definitions:

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Evolutionary Perspective

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