Alcohol Reduces Inhibitions and Results in a Feeling of Euphoria

question 2

Multiple Choice

Alcohol reduces inhibitions and results in a feeling of euphoria. Why?

• A) Alcohol suppresses the activity of dopamine
• B) Alcohol decreases the activity of GABA
• C) Alcohol increases the activity of GABA
• D) Alcohol is a stimulant
• E) Alcohol produces withdrawal

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