In general, antipsychotic drugs work by __________.

A. inhibiting the reuptake process of serotonin
B. increasing the amount of acetylcholine in the brain
C. decreasing the amount of dopamine in the brain
D. inhibiting the function of the hypothalamus


Answer: C

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