How do anxiolytic drugs, also called tranquilizers, affect the brain?

a. They stimulate the brain to increase its release of melatonin
b. They facilitate transmission at inhibitory synapses.
c. They block reuptake of serotonin after its release by presynaptic neurons.
d. Neurons in the brain convert the drugs to dopamine.


b

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Which of the following seems linked to etiology of mood disorders?

a. Low levels of serotonin c. Low levels of concordance b. High levels of serotonin d. High levels of hippocampal functioning

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Describe some of the cultural clashes concerning the Lee family and their traditional Hmong beliefs concerning the illness of their daughter, and the Western doctor's reaction to their daughter's illness. What might have been done by the health care system to improve the outcome of the daughter's care?

What will be an ideal response?

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About 60% of preindustrial societies do not have a word for adolescence because:

A) the onset of puberty is considered shameful. B) marriage typically occurs before puberty. C) children come to be considered adults as soon as they reach puberty. D) children are not treated differently than are adults.

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The average man who is initially low in femininity earlier in life becomes significantly higher in femininity throughout his life span.

Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)

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