A new drug slows the reuptake of a neurotransmitter called GABA. This means there will be
A) a decrease in the amount of GABA produced bythe brain
B) more GABA receptors
C) more GABA in the synapses
D)blockage of ion channels
C
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What conclusion is warranted concerning the causal role of disturbed communication in families?
a. Disturbed communication is a significant cause of schizophrenia. b. Disturbed communication does not cause people to develop schizophrenia. c. Disturbed communication is responsible for the onset of schizophrenia, but not for its continuation. d. Disturbed communication is a cause of schizophreniform disorder but not schizophrenia.
The research on comprehensive sex education programs, as opposed to abstinence-only programs, shows that teenagers who participate in these comprehensive programs
a. engage in more sexual activity, but also use contraceptives more often. b. engage in more sexual activity, without increased use of contraceptives. c. postpone sexual relationships until they are older. d. differ from their parents, because parents typically do not want information about birth control included in the programs.
In _______, the person lies in a powerful magnetic field and is exposed to radio waves that cause parts of the brain to emit signals
a. MRI b. PET c. CAT d. CBF
Studies show that most adolescents are aware of basic facts about AIDS but
A) believe that AIDS happens to "other people" and that they are somehow immune to catching it. B) believe that birth control pills provide some protection from STDs. C) are better informed about other STDs. D) are poorly informed about how to protect themselves against other STDs.