You are a pharmacologist who has been asked to develop a drug that can counteract the effects of MDMA. What pharmacological actions should the drug have in order to achieve this?
What will be an ideal response?
Ans: The goal is to counteract the effects of elevated serotonin and dopamine neurotransmission. The drug might have antagonist actions at serotonin and dopamine receptors, for example.
Answer Location: MDMA and Serotonin and Dopamine Neurotransmission
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A) differences in the value of self-direction. B) cultural imperialism. C) irrational behavior. D) the symbolic or metaphysical aspects of food consumption.