Marijuana, LSD, Mescaline, and Psilocybin Cause Their Effects by

question 872

Multiple Choice

Marijuana, LSD, mescaline, and psilocybin cause their effects by

• A) slowing the removal of glutamate after it is released.
• B) depressing activity in the nervous system.
• C) simulating the neurotransmitter acetylcholine.
• D) affecting neurotransmitter systems that carry messages between brain cells.

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Definitions:

Priming

The process by which media and public speech set the stage for how people interpret and recall information, often influencing public perception and opinion.

Public Perceptions

Public perceptions entail the collective beliefs, attitudes, and opinions held by the general population about issues, events, or personalities.

Opinionated Information

Information that contains personal beliefs or judgments rather than factual data alone.

Agenda Setting

The process by which the media or political figures prioritize certain issues, making them more salient in the public's perception.