Cocaine- and Amphetamine-Regulated Transcript (CART)has All of the Following Functions

question 107

Multiple Choice

Cocaine- and amphetamine-regulated transcript (CART) has all of the following functions or effects except:

• A) produces psychostimulant effects.
• B) counteracts effects produced by a psychostimulant.
• C) elevates dopamine levels.
• D) decreases locomotor activity.

Recognize the role of the biopsychosocial model in explaining the roots of abnormal behavior.

Define the American Psychiatric Association's definition of abnormal behavior.

Understand the classification system of DSM-IV, including the axes and their respective content.

Identify and differentiate between personality disorders and their manifestations.

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Definitions:

Clinical Diagnosis

The process of identifying a disease or condition by evaluating patient history, physical examination, and sometimes diagnostic tests.

SAD

Seasonal Affective Disorder, a type of depression that occurs at the same time every year, usually in winter.

Fears and Anxieties

Psychological conditions characterized by intense feelings of dread or apprehension often due to perceived threats or vulnerabilities.

Aggressive Behaviour

Actions intended to harm or cause damage to another individual either physically or psychologically.