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Which neurotransmitter is a precursor for dopamine?
Which neurotransmitter is a precursor for dopamine?
- Epinephrine
- L-dopa
- L-tyrosine (correct)
- Norepinephrine
Which dopamine system is involved in the initiation of voluntary movements?
Which dopamine system is involved in the initiation of voluntary movements?
- Nigrostriatal (correct)
- Mesolimbic
- Mesocortical
- All of the above
What is the role of dopamine in turning ideas into reality?
What is the role of dopamine in turning ideas into reality?
- Causing hyperactivity
- Synthesizing neurotransmitters
- Treating Parkinson's disease
- Linking mental and physical world (correct)
Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a function of dopamine in the text?
Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a function of dopamine in the text?
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What can happen when manipulating dopamine levels in Parkinson's patients?
What can happen when manipulating dopamine levels in Parkinson's patients?
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What is the effect of drugs such as amphetamines and cocaine on the dopamine system?
What is the effect of drugs such as amphetamines and cocaine on the dopamine system?
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