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Which neurotransmitter is primarily involved in the control of complex movements, motivation, and cognition?
Which neurotransmitter is primarily involved in the control of complex movements, motivation, and cognition?
- Norepinephrine
- Dopamine (correct)
- Serotonin
- Epinephrine
What is the main function of some psychotropic drugs that block histamine?
What is the main function of some psychotropic drugs that block histamine?
- Weight loss and increased alertness
- Increased cardiac stimulation and allergic response control
- Reduced gastric secretions and improved mood
- Weight gain, sedation, and hypotension (correct)
Monoamine oxidase inhibitors work by:
Monoamine oxidase inhibitors work by:
- Enhancing serotonin reuptake
- Increasing acetylcholine levels
- Inhibiting monoamine oxidase enzyme activity (correct)
- Blocking dopamine synthesis
Which neurotransmitter is implicated in schizophrenia and Parkinson's disease?
Which neurotransmitter is implicated in schizophrenia and Parkinson's disease?
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What is the primary function of some antidepressants that block serotonin reuptake?
What is the primary function of some antidepressants that block serotonin reuptake?
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Which neurotransmitter is primarily excitatory and synthesized from tyrosine?
Which neurotransmitter is primarily excitatory and synthesized from tyrosine?
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What effect do antipsychotic medications have on dopamine activity?
What effect do antipsychotic medications have on dopamine activity?
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