Which of the following is a neurophysiological effect of dextro-amphetamine?

a) It binds to and stimulates postsynaptic histamine receptors
b) It blocks the reuptake of dopamine
c) It reduces the release of dopamine and noradrenaline
d) All of the above


CORRECT = b

Psychology

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