Data That Support the Monoamine Hypothesis for Depression Include the Observation

question 112

Multiple Choice

Data that support the monoamine hypothesis for depression include the observation that

• A) reserpine, which reduces norepinephrine and serotonin levels, can cause profound depression.
• B) electroconvulsive treatment decreases norepinephrine levels.
• C) reserpine, which increases norepinephrine and serotonin levels, can cause profound depression.
• D) None of the above

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