Asked by Ashley Chacon on Jul 29, 2024

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Cocaine and crack produce a euphoric rush by

A) blocking the actions of serotonin.
B) depressing neural activity in the brain.
C) blocking the reuptake of dopamine in brain cells.
D) stimulating the brain's production of endorphins.

Euphoric Rush

A sudden, intense feeling of happiness or exhilaration, typically resulting from the release of certain neurotransmitters.

Neural Activity

The functioning of neurons, including the transmission of electrical and chemical signals within the brain and nervous system.

Dopamine

A neurotransmitter involved in reward, motivation, and the regulation of movement and emotional responses.

  • Clarify the mechanisms involved in the effect of psychoactive substances on neural activity and behavior.
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Tracy NguyenAug 02, 2024
Final Answer :
C
Explanation :
Cocaine and crack block the reuptake of dopamine in brain cells, leading to an accumulation of dopamine in the synaptic gap, which produces the euphoric rush.