The Brain's Own Natural Production of Endorphins Is Likely to Be

question 69

Multiple Choice

The brain's own natural production of endorphins is likely to be suppressed by

• A) physical pain.
• B) physical exercise.
• C) heroin usage.
• D) antidepressant drugs.

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Definitions:

Norepinephrine

A neurotransmitter and hormone involved in the body's fight or flight response, affecting heart rate, blood pressure, and glucose metabolism.

Tricyclics

A class of antidepressant medication used to treat depression, characterized by their chemical structure and mode of action.

Depressive Symptoms

Signs and symptoms associated with depression, including persistent sadness, loss of interest in activities, and changes in appetite or sleep.

ECT

Electroconvulsive Therapy, a psychiatric treatment in which seizures are electrically induced in patients to provide relief from severe mental disorders.