Individuals who received ________ for 10 days following a traumatic experience subsequently showed fewer signs of a stress disorder.
A) propranolol
B) glutamate
C) LTP
D) CREB

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Studies have found that individuals who receive propranolol, a beta-blocker medication, shortly after a traumatic event are less likely to develop symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). This is thought to be due to the fact that propranolol blocks the effects of adrenaline, which is involved in the formation of traumatic memories.

Individuals Who Received ________ for 10 Days Following a Traumatic