Enkephalins and Endorphins Are Peptides That Act Like Morphine

question 81

True/False

Enkephalins and endorphins are peptides that act like morphine.

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Life-threatening Condition

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Obsessive-compulsive Disorder

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Perfectionistic Standards

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