Draw a diagram that represents a terminal button and postsynaptic neuron. Indicate in this diagram at least five ways that drugs can affect synaptic transmission and give an example of each
What will be an ideal response?
Answer: This would involve the student reproducing Figure 4.7a on page 98.
Possible answers include:
Blockade of synthesis (administration of a drug that inhibits an enzyme required for synthesis.
Administration of a drug such as reserpine that inhibits storage within the vesicles.
Administration of a drug that blocks release of the transmitter (or induces release).
Administration of a drug that binds to and activates the postsynaptic receptors.
Administration of a drug that blocks reuptake of the transmitter.
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a. trust. c. superiority. b. autonomy. d. inferiority.
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Indicate whether the statement is true or false
An example of a symbolic model is
a. an adult. b. a picture. c. a child. d. an animal.