Dean Is an Alcoholic

question 21

Multiple Choice

Dean is an alcoholic. During withdrawal from alcohol, he experiences a seizure. What biological adaptive response played a role in his seizure?

• A) Increased glutamate synthesis
• B) Increased glutamate metabolism
• C) Increased glutamate receptor levels
• D) Decreased glutamate receptor levels

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