Which of the following statements is true of antipsychotic drugs?
A. Antipsychotic drugs stimulate both D2 and 5HT2A receptors.
B. Antipsychotic drugs produce their pharmacological effects by blocking or reducing the effects of dopamine.
C. Antipsychotic drugs increase dopaminergic activity.
D. Antipsychotic drugs facilitate the binding of serotonin to its receptors.
Answer: B
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