Briefly explain how addictive drugs affect the brain
What will be an ideal response?
Drugs work because they resemble chemicals produced naturally in the body. Addictive drugs activate the brain's pleasure circuit, known as the mesolimbic dopamine system, altering the way in which the pleasure center and other parts of the brain function. Psychoactive drugs affect chemical neurotransmission, either enhancing, suppressing, or interfering with it.
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A)pertaining to? B) process C) structure D) function
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What will be an ideal response?
Which one of the following rescue techniques requires a piece of equipment to perform the move?
A) blanket drag B) walking assist C) firefighter's carry D) seat carry
A prefix meaning "fast" is:
a. tachy- b. brady- c. neo- d. ante- e. peri-