The psychotic symptoms of delusions, hallucinations, and bizarre behaviors are based on ________
A) a decreased level of dopamine
B) overproduction of dopamine
C) hypersensitivity of dopamine receptors
D) B and C
Answer: D
A) Psychotic symptoms are not based on a decreased level of dopamine.
B) This is true, but it is not the only correct answer.
C) This is true, but it is not the only correct answer.
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