LSD and other hallucinogenic drugs probably exert their effects most directly on what part of the neuron?
A) the axon terminals
B) the postsynaptic receptors
C) the reuptake protein channels
D) the sodium-potassium pump

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Hallucinogenic drugs such as LSD bind to and activate serotonin receptors in the brain, particularly the 5-HT2A receptor subtype. This activation of postsynaptic receptors leads to alterations in perception, mood, and thought. LSD may also affect other neurotransmitter systems, such as dopamine and norepinephrine, but its primary effects are thought to be mediated through the serotonin system.

LSD and Other Hallucinogenic Drugs Probably Exert Their Effects Most