Which of the Following Suppress the Central Nervous System and Influence

question 116

Multiple Choice

Which of the following suppress the central nervous system and influence functioning in the GABA, norepinephrine, and serotonin neurotransmitter systems?

• A)Tricyclic antidepressants
• B)Benzodiazepines
• C)Monoamine Oxidase Inhibitors (MAOIs)
• D)Selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs)

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