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Jazmín Retamoza
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Which drugs appear to produce therapeutic effects by blocking receptor sites for dopamine?

A) antianxiety drugs
B) antidepressant drugs
C) antipsychotic drugs
D) mood-stabilizing drugs

Antipsychotic Drugs

Medications used to treat symptoms of psychosis, including delusions and hallucinations, primarily in mental health conditions.

Dopamine

A type of neurotransmitter in the brain that plays a key role in controlling the reward and pleasure centers, as well as regulating movement and emotional responses.

Receptor Sites

Specific locations on the surface of a cell or neuron where neurotransmitters, hormones, or drugs can bind and elicit a biological response.

  • Discern and detail the therapeutic benefits of varied psychopharmacological approaches.
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