According to the biochemical theory of mood disorders, a client with a diagnosis of depression is likely to have alterations in the levels and function of which of the following neurotransmitters?
A) Epinephrine, histamine, and melatonin
B) Acetylcholine, adenosine, and glutamate
C) Serotonin, norepinephrine, and dopamine
D) Aspartate, GABA, and serine
Ans: C
Monoamines such as serotonin, norepinephrine, and dopamine have been implicated in the etiology of mood disorders such as depression.
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