Cocaine and amphetamine both boost the activity of ______,although they do so through different mechanisms.
A)dopamine
B)serotonin
C)norepinephrine
D)acetylcholine

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Both cocaine and amphetamine increase the activity of dopamine, a neurotransmitter involved in reward, motivation, and pleasure. However, they do so through different mechanisms. Cocaine blocks the reuptake of dopamine, leading to a buildup of dopamine in the synapse, while amphetamine increases the release of dopamine from the terminal buttons of neurons that produce dopamine, making more dopamine available in the synapse.

Cocaine and Amphetamine Both Boost the Activity of ______,Although They