3 Questions
Which of the following best describes an agonist in terms of its effect on the synapse?
Increases synaptic activity
What is the main difference between agonists and antagonists?
Agonists increase synaptic activity, while antagonists decrease synaptic activity
Do agonists always cause a subjective experience of being an upper?
No, because the subjective experience depends on the type of synapse being agonized
Test your knowledge of agonists and antagonists in this quiz! Learn about the different ways psychopharmacological drugs affect the synapse and distinguish between drugs that increase synaptic activity (agonists) and those that decrease it (antagonists). Don't confuse these terms with uppers and downers - find out the real differences now!
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