A drug that elevates the levels of norepinephrine and serotonin in the brain by inhibiting an enzyme that metabolizes these neurotransmitters would most likely be used to treat _____________

A) psychosis
B) dissociative identity disorder
C) bipolar disorder
D) depression


Answer: D
Rationale: This is how MAOIs, a type of antidepressant, work.

Psychology

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