Agonists vs Antagonists

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Which of the following statements accurately describes the difference between agonists and antagonists?

  • Agonists decrease synaptic activity, while antagonists increase synaptic activity.
  • Agonists and antagonists both decrease synaptic activity.
  • Agonists increase synaptic activity, while antagonists decrease synaptic activity. (correct)
  • Agonists and antagonists both increase synaptic activity.

Which term refers to the subjective experience after consuming a drug?

  • Upper (correct)
  • Antagonist
  • Agonist
  • Downer

In terms of the subjective experience, an agonist that agonizes an inhibitory synapse would be perceived as a/an

  • Upper
  • Downer (correct)
  • Neutral
  • None of the above

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