The Drug Prozac Has a Positive Effect on Depression by

question 323

Multiple Choice

The drug Prozac has a positive effect on depression by

• A)blocking the reuptake of serotonin, so that more of the neurotransmitter remains to enhance mood
• B)breaking down excess serotonin, so that less of the neurotransmitter remains to enhance mood
• C)blocking the reuptake of dopamine, so that more of the neurotransmitter remains to enhance mood
• D)breaking down excess dopamine, so that less of the neurotransmitter remains to enhance mood

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