Within the Brain, Methylphenidate's Prime Effects Are Thought to Be

question 16

Multiple Choice

Within the brain, methylphenidate's prime effects are thought to be caused by its ability to

• A)stimulate the molecular serotonin reuptake pump in the neuron.
• B)block the dopamine reuptake pump in the neuron.
• C)stimulate the molecular norepinephrine reuptake pump in the neuron.
• D)stimulate the release of dopamine stores in the neuron.

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Definitions:

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James Marcia

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