Which of the following can be used to induce amnesia in episodic memory?
A)benzodiazepines
B)cholinergics
C)slight taps
D)knowledge inducement

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Benzodiazepines are commonly used as sedatives and can also induce amnesia in episodic memory. They work by enhancing the activity of a neurotransmitter called gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA) which has inhibitory effects on the brain's activity, resulting in memory impairment. Cholinergics, on the other hand, enhance memory function and would not induce amnesia. Slight taps and knowledge inducement have no known effect on inducing amnesia.

Which of the Following Can Be Used to Induce Amnesia