Brian Is a Heavy Cocaine User

question 202

Multiple Choice

Brian is a heavy cocaine user.What is occurring in his brain because of his use of cocaine?

• A) There is an increase in the amount of dopamine produced in the brain.
• B) Cocaine stimulates the growth of dendrites.
• C) There is a reduction in the number of dopamine receptors in the areas of his brain involved in reward and pleasure.
• D) There is a reduction in the number of acetylcholine receptors in the areas of his brain involved in memory.

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