Addictive drugs stimulate a brain region called the nucleus accumbens, which results in intensified feelings of pleasure due to the release of which neurotransmitter?
a. acetylcholine
b. melatonine
c. norepinephrine
d. dopamine
ANSWER: d
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A. acceptance. B. compliance. C. reactance. D. disobedience.
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