The Methamphetamine Brain

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Which neurotransmitters are affected by methamphetamine in the brain?

  • GABA
  • Serotonin
  • Acetylcholine
  • Dopamine (correct)

How does methamphetamine affect the growth and repair of neurons?

  • It has no effect on neurons
  • It enhances the connections between neurons
  • It increases the number of neurons
  • It decreases the number of neurons (correct)

What are the potential long-term health complications of methamphetamine use?

  • Enhanced emotional regulation
  • Impaired cognitive functioning (correct)
  • Improved memory
  • Increased cognitive functioning

Which of the following is a potential consequence of methamphetamine use?

<p>Decreased ability to regulate emotions, memory, and behavior (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does methamphetamine affect the growth and repair of neurons?

<p>It decreases the number of neurons and connections between them (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What can neurotoxicity caused by methamphetamine use lead to?

<p>Impaired cognitive functioning (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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