Which hypothesis was developed after it was shown that the effects of high doses of ketamine are similar to symptoms of schizophrenia?
A) A major factor in schizophrenia is hypoactivity of the glutamatergic system, particularly NMDA receptor signaling.
B) A major factor in schizophrenia is 5-HT2A receptor down-regulation.
C) A major factor in schizophrenia is hypoactivity of the serotonergic system due to 5-HT inhibition.
D) A major factor in schizophrenia is decreased dopaminergic transmission in the prefrontal cortex.
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