Why might opiate antagonists be used in the treatment of alcoholism?

A. To minimize withdrawal
B. To minimize cravings
C. To make alcohol aversive
D. To prevent alcohol from acting on the brain's reward system


Answer: B

Psychology

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Regarding aspects of warning pain, which of the following statements is FALSE?

a. Warning system pain is carried by small nerve fibers. b. Warning pain quickly disappears. c. Without warning pain, we would be unable to detect or prevent injury. d. Warning pain is a signal that the body has been, or is about to be, damaged.

Psychology

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Indicate whether the statement is true or false

Psychology

Addictive drugs stimulate a brain region called the nucleus accumbens, which results in intensified feelings of pleasure due to the release of which neurotransmitter?

a. acetylcholine b. melatonine c. norepinephrine d. dopamine

Psychology