Asked by Kamia Bryan on Jul 25, 2024

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When cocaine is snorted,free-based,or injected,it produces a rush of euphoria by

A) producing hallucinations.
B) blocking the reuptake of dopamine,serotonin,and norepinephrine.
C) increasing the reabsorption of neurotransmitters.
D) triggering disinhibition.

Cocaine

A powerful stimulant drug derived from the leaves of the coca plant, which can have serious addictive and health effects.

Reuptake

The process by which neurotransmitters are absorbed back into a nerve cell after they have been released into a synapse, thus terminating the signal between neurons.

Euphoria

A state of intense happiness and self-confidence, often beyond what is considered normal.

  • Become familiar with the physiological responses to psychoactive substances.
  • Understand the contribution of neurotransmitters to addictive behaviors.
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Zybrea KnightAug 01, 2024
Final Answer :
B
Explanation :
Cocaine blocks the reuptake of dopamine, serotonin, and norepinephrine, leading to an increase in their levels in synapses and producing a rush of euphoria. It does not produce hallucinations, increase reabsorption of neurotransmitters, or trigger disinhibition.