Kerry's little brother was recently prescribed methylphenidate (Ritalin)for his attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD).Having completed her biological psychology course,Kerry was able to explain to her parents that Ritalin was most similar in its actions at the synapse to

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Kerry's little brother was recently prescribed methylphenidate (Ritalin)for his attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD).Having completed her biological psychology course,Kerry was able to explain to her parents that Ritalin was most similar in its actions at the synapse to​

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Ritalin is a stimulant medication that increases the availability of dopamine and norepinephrine neurotransmitters in the brain. Cocaine and amphetamine also increase the availability of these neurotransmitters, making D the most appropriate choice. Reserpine depletes these neurotransmitters, while black widow venom and botulin toxin inhibit the release of acetylcholine. Nicotine and curare affect the neurotransmitter acetylcholine but not dopamine or norepinephrine.

Kerry's Little Brother Was Recently Prescribed Methylphenidate (Ritalin)for His Attention Deficit