An Excess of Dopamine Has Been Linked with the Development

question 449

Multiple Choice

An excess of dopamine has been linked with the development of which of the following?

• A)multiple sclerosis
• B)schizophrenia
• C)Alzheimer's disease
• D)spatial neglect

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Definitions:

Autonomic Nervous System

The part of the nervous system that controls involuntary bodily functions, including heart rate, digestion, and respiratory rate, consisting of the sympathetic and parasympathetic divisions.

Somatic Nervous System

Part of the peripheral nervous system that handles voluntary control of body movements through the control of skeletal muscles, and also mediates sensory information.

Peripheral Nervous

Part of the nervous system that consists of the nerves and ganglia outside of the brain and spinal cord, responsible for connecting the CNS to limbs and organs.

Central Nervous

Pertains to the part of the nervous system consisting of the brain and spinal cord, which integrates information and coordinates all bodily functions.