Tardive Dyskinesia Is Often Associated with Long-Term Use of Drugs

question 91

Multiple Choice

Tardive dyskinesia is often associated with long-term use of drugs that occupy certain ________ receptor sites.

• A) serotonin
• B) norepinephrine
• C) acetylcholine
• D) dopamine

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Definitions:

Ghrelin

A hormone produced by the stomach that stimulates appetite and signals hunger to the brain.

Melatonin

A hormone produced by the pineal gland in the brain, primarily responsible for regulating sleep-wake cycles.

Leptin

A hormone produced by fat cells that helps to regulate energy balance by inhibiting hunger, which in turn diminishes fat storage in adipocytes.

Serotonin

A neurotransmitter in the brain that plays a key role in stabilizing mood, feelings of well-being, and happiness.