Which of the Following Drugs Mimic the Action of Endorphins

question 148

Multiple Choice

Which of the following drugs mimic the action of endorphins?

• A)barbiturates
• B)opiates
• C)depressants
• D)psychedelics

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Definitions:

Neurotransmitters

Chemical substances in the brain that transmit signals from one neuron to another, playing key roles in mood, cognition, and bodily functions.

Proteins

Large, complex molecules that play many critical roles in the body, including providing structure to cells and aiding in the immune response.

Hormones

Chemical messengers produced by glands in the body, which travel through the bloodstream and regulate various physiological processes and behavior.

Neurofibrillary Tangles

Aggregates of hyperphosphorylated tau protein found in neurons, associated with Alzheimer's disease and other neurodegenerative conditions.