In a Possible Severe Drug Overdose, Considering the Synapse, Damage

question 73

Multiple Choice

In a possible severe drug overdose, considering the synapse, damage to dendrites and terminal buttons of a neuron would cause severe problems.What would this damage affect the transmission of ?

• A)neurotransmitters
• B)synapse transmitters
• C)electrical centers
• D)metacognition vibrations

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Definitions:

Independent Variable

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Placebo Treatment Group

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Placebo Control Group

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Manipulation Checks

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