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Jamila is currently in the midst of a major depression. it is most likely that she has:

Correct answer: D. reduced activity at norepinephrine

  • A. reduced levels of the neurotransmitter GABA
  • B. increased activity at norepinephrine synapses
  • C. excess levels of the neurotransmitter dopamine
  • D. reduced activity at norepinephrine

Explanation

Major depression has traditionally been associated with reduced activity of monoamine systems, including norepinephrine, although its biology is more complex than a single-neurotransmitter explanation. Increased norepinephrine and excess dopamine are not the usual patterns associated with depression.

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