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
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A. illiterate B. not white C. eventually financially unsuccessful D. white
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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.
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Indicate whether the statement is true or false
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a. acetylcholine b. melatonine c. norepinephrine d. dopamine