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AP Psychology
Unit 2 โ Biological Basis of Behavior
Topic 2.5
Unit 2 โ Biological Basis of Behavior
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2.5 Influence of Drugs on Neural Firing
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What is one way antidepressants like SSRIs work to alleviate symptoms of depression?
They enhance the effects of GABA, reducing neuronal excitability and thus resulting in a calming effect.
They block dopamine receptors reducing feelings of pleasure thus alleviating depressive symptoms.
They inhibit reuptake causing more serotonin available in the synaptic gap for use by receiving neurons improving mood regulation .
They reduce cortisol levels that correspond with depression severity.
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AP Psychology - 2.5 Influence of Drugs on Neural Firing
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