The spouse of a patient with schizophrenia asks,"Which neurotransmitters are more active when a person has schizophrenia?" The nurse should state,"The current thinking is that the thought disturbances are related to increased activity of: (Select all that apply. )

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Dopamine plays a role in the integration of thoughts and emotions,and excess dopamine is implicated in the thought disturbances of schizophrenia.Increased activity of norepinephrine also occurs.Substance P is most related to the pain experience.Histamine decrease is associated with depression.Increased GABA is associated with anxiety reduction.

The Spouse of a Patient with Schizophrenia Asks,"Which Neurotransmitters Are