Research Suggests That the Effect of a Gene (HTT)

question 48

Multiple Choice

Research suggests that the effect of a gene (HTT)

• A) directly causes depression.
• B) heightens reactivity to stress.
• C) lowers levels of serotonin neurotransmitter.
• D) causes damage to a brain region associated with mood.
• E) causes damage to a brain region involved with perception.

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Definitions:

Antipsychotic Drugs

Medications used to treat symptoms of psychosis, including delusions and hallucinations, primarily in mental health conditions.

Dopamine

A type of neurotransmitter in the brain that plays a key role in controlling the reward and pleasure centers, as well as regulating movement and emotional responses.

Receptor Sites

Specific locations on the surface of a cell or neuron where neurotransmitters, hormones, or drugs can bind and elicit a biological response.

Chlorpromazine

An antipsychotic medication used to treat various mental health conditions by altering the actions of chemicals in the brain.