Which of the following neurochemical effects may contribute to the capacity of ecstasy (MDMA) to produce hallucinogenic effects in users?
A) MDMA blocks norepinephrine reuptake and causes norepinephrine transporters to run in reverse.
B) MDMA blocks dopamine receptors.
C) MDMA destroys brain GABA neurons.
D) MDMA blocks serotonin reuptake and causes serotonin transporters to run in reverse.
E) MDMA activates glutamate receptors.
Answer: D
Rationale: The ability of ecstasy (MDMA) to block serotonin reuptake and cause serotonin transporters to run in reverse may contribute to the capacity of MDMA to produce hallucinogenic effects in users.
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