Evidence Suggests That the Addictiveness of Some Drugs, Including Cocaine

question 415

Multiple Choice

Evidence suggests that the addictiveness of some drugs, including cocaine and nicotine, is related to increases in the activity of which of the following neurotransmitters?

• A) dopamine
• B) serotonin
• C) acetylcholine
• D) GABA

Understand the social learning theory of aggression.

Recognize the impacts of media on aggression.

Describe the principles of altruism and factors that promote prosocial behavior.

Understand the concepts of in-group and out-group and their implications for social behavior.

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