Michael has schizophrenia.His doctor prescribed a new drug that blocks or interferes with the activity of dopamine.Michael's doctor is using _____ to treat his disorder.

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Michael's doctor prescribed a drug that blocks or interferes with the activity of dopamine, which suggests that the drug is an antagonist. Dopamine is a neurotransmitter that is often associated with schizophrenia, and antipsychotic medications that target dopamine receptors are commonly used to treat the disorder. Therefore, the best choice is B, an antagonist. The other choices (A, C, and D) are not appropriate for treating schizophrenia. An agonist would enhance dopamine activity, which may worsen symptoms in individuals with schizophrenia. A brain lesion or lobotomy involves damaging or removing brain tissue, which is not an appropriate treatment for schizophrenia and may lead to significant adverse effects.

Michael Has Schizophrenia