After teaching a class about the biochemical theories associated with panic disorder, the instructor determines a need for additional education when the students identify which neurotransmitter as being implicated?
A) Dopamine
B) Serotonin
C) Norepinephrine
D) Gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA)
Ans: A
Biochemical theories suggest involvement of serotonin, norepinephrine, and GABA as playing a role in panic disorder. Dopamine is not associated with this condition.
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