Which Statement Best Reflects the Glutamate Hypothesis of Schizophrenia

question 3

Multiple Choice

Which statement best reflects the glutamate hypothesis of schizophrenia?

• A) Diminished glutamate release in the cortex and increased levels in the limbic system lead to symptoms of schizophrenia.
• B) Increased glutamate release in the cortex and diminished levels in the limbic system lead to symptoms of schizophrenia.
• C) Diminished glutamate release in both the cortex and limbic system leads to symptoms of schizophrenia.
• D) Increased glutamate release in both the cortex and limbic system leads to symptoms of schizophrenia.

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