Which of the Following Is True About the Neurotransmitters Involved

question 95

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is true about the neurotransmitters involved in schizophrenia?

• A) Excess dopamine activity in the amygdala and unusually low dopamine activity in the frontal cortex play a role in schizophrenia.
• B) New research suggests that epinephrine, serotonin, and GABA also play a role in schizophrenia.
• C) New research suggests that norepinephrine, glutamate, and ACH also play a role in schizophrenia.
• D) Excess dopamine activity in the mesolimbic pathway and unusually low dopamine activity in the prefrontal area play a role in schizophrenia.

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Definitions:

Sleep Apnea

A sleep disorder characterized by pauses in breathing or periods of shallow breathing during sleep, often leading to disrupted sleep and decreased oxygen levels.

Narcolepsy

A long-term sleeping condition identified by excessive sleepiness during the day and unexpected sleep episodes.

Unconscious Desire

Refers to the hidden wishes and motives that influence behavior and thoughts, often not accessible to the conscious mind.

Cerebral Cortex

The outer layer of the brain's cerebrum, involved in complex brain functions such as thought, memory, attention, awareness, and language.