A 50-year-old woman has experienced devastating consequences in her family and work life as a result of her long-standing alcohol addiction
The levels and pathways of which of the following neurotransmitters in her body are likely to differ from an individual without addiction?
A)
Dopamine
B)
Acetylcholine
C)
Serotonin
D)
Norepinephrine
Ans:
A
Feedback:
Dopamine levels are thought to be altered in addiction and possibly contribute to addiction. Acetylcholine, serotonin, and norepinephrine are not noted to play a central role in the neurophysiology of addiction.
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