According to one hypothesis, if serotonin is released during aggressive behavior, then individuals with low serotonin release are more aggressive because of ____.

A. increased depression
B. decreased serotonin synthesis
C. increased serotonin receptor sensitivity
D. decreased serotonin receptor sensitivity


Answer: C

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