_______ Causes the Release of Dopamine and Taking Large Doses

question 110

Short Answer

_______ causes the release of dopamine and taking large doses of this drug can cause symptoms similar to schizophrenia.

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Definitions:

Smoking

The act of inhaling and exhaling the smoke of tobacco or a drug, which has various health risks including respiratory diseases, heart disease, and cancer.

Dopamine Neurons

Specialized nerve cells that produce and release dopamine, a neurotransmitter that plays key roles in motivation, reward, and movement.

Nicotine

A potent, addictive substance found in tobacco, affecting the nervous system by mimicking the neurotransmitter acetylcholine.

Overstimulated

A condition of having excessive stimulation, which can lead to feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or hyperactive.