Which of the following is true of GABA in the brain?

a. GABA is involved in Parkinson's disease.
b. GABA has a general excitatory effect.
c. An excess of GABA may result in epilepsy.
d. Drugs that antagonize GABA function reduce anxiety.
e. The inhibitory effects of GABA act to stabilize the electrical activity of the brain.


Answer: e. The inhibitory effects of GABA act to stabilize the electrical activity of the brain.

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