Aripiprazole acts as a(n) ______________ in the mesolimbic system and as a(n) ____________ in the prefrontal cortex.

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Aripiprazole acts as a partial agonist at dopamine D2 receptors in the mesolimbic system, which helps reduce positive symptoms of schizophrenia, and as a partial agonist in the prefrontal cortex, which can help improve negative symptoms and cognitive function. This unique mechanism allows it to act as an antagonist in scenarios of high dopamine activity and as an agonist in low dopamine activity.

Aripiprazole Acts as A(n) ______________ in the Mesolimbic System and as A(n)