What function do neurotransmitters have in mental health disorders?
a. Dopamine levels are increased in schizophrenia.
b. Increased levels of gamma aminobutyric acid (GABA) contribute to anxiety.
c. Serotonin is decreased in a state of anxiety.
d. Norepinephrine is increased in depression.
ANS: A
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