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CARLOS E RODRIGUEZ-RIVERA
on Oct 18, 2024
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Which of the following statements is true of alcohol?
A) Alcohol is a type of hallucinogen.
B) Alcohol decreases the concentration of the neurotransmitter gamma aminobutyric acid (GABA) , which is widely distributed in many brain areas.
C) Alcohol strongly affects women more than men because of the differences in body fat and stomach enzymes.
D) Alcohol is a powerful drug that acts on the body primarily as a stimulant and speeds up the brain's activities.
Gamma Aminobutyric Acid (GABA)
A neurotransmitter in the brain that plays a key role in regulating neural excitability and anxiety.
Neurotransmitter
Chemicals in the nervous system that transmit signals across a synapse from one neuron to another, influencing various functions such as mood and behavior.
Alcohol
A psychoactive substance and depressant that is found in beverages such as beer, wine, and spirits, affecting the central nervous system.
- Attain insight into the classification of psychoactive drugs and their influence on the nervous system.
- Identify the foremost neurotransmitters related to addiction and their specific functions.
Verified Answer
BA
Learning Objectives
- Attain insight into the classification of psychoactive drugs and their influence on the nervous system.
- Identify the foremost neurotransmitters related to addiction and their specific functions.