Which of the following mechanisms can produce reinforcing effects?

a. Inhibiting dopamine release in the nucleus accumbens.
b. Blocking GABAA receptors in the ventral tegmental area.
c. Activating GABAA receptors in the nucleus accumbens.
d. Increasing GABA release from neurons terminating in the ventral tegmental area.


Ans: C

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