Ch 20: Introduction to Central Nervous System Pharmacology

Question 1

In contrast to the peripheral nervous system, in which only 3 compounds (acetylcholine, epinephrine, and norepinephrine) serve as neurotransmitters, the CNS contains at least…

Answer 1

…21 compounds.

p. 173

Question 2

Physical dependence is a state in which…

Answer 2

…abrupt discontinuation of drug use will precipitate a withdrawal syndrome.

(p. 174)

Question 3

Virtually all of the major advances in psychopharmacology have been…

Answer 3

…serendipitous.

p. 174