Addictive drugs do all of the following EXCEPT
A)cause the neurotransmitter acetylcholine to be released, resulting in intensified feelings of fear and paranoia.
B)fool brain-reward pathways creating a compulsion to repeat the drug experience.
C)stimulate a brain region called the nucleus accumbens.
D)physically change the brain's reward circuitry, making it harder for the addict to overcome his or her addiction.

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Most addictive drugs do not specifically cause the release of acetylcholine leading to intensified feelings of fear and paranoia. Instead, they often increase dopamine levels in the brain's reward pathways, which enhances feelings of pleasure and reinforces drug-taking behavior.

Addictive Drugs Do All of the Following EXCEPT