Question

Abnormal levels of __________ may lead to schizophrenia and Parkinson’s disease. A. GABA (gamma-aminobutyric acid) B. glutamate C. serotonin D. dopamine

Answer 1

Answer:

Dopamine

Explanation:

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Answer 2

Answer:

Dopamine abnormalities can result in schizophrenic and Parkinson's, D is the correct answer

Explanation:

Schizophrenia

• Schizophrenia is a dangerous mental condition in which people have an unbalanced vision of reality. Schizophrenia can include psychotic episodes, delusions, and profoundly disturbing thoughts and behaviour that interfere with everyday functioning and can be debilitating.
• The most widely accepted explanation for schizophrenia is that there are too many dopamine receptors in particular areas of the brain, notably the mesolimbic pathway.

Parkinson's disease

• Parkinson's disease is a progressive ailment that affects the neurological system and the nerve-controlled areas of the body. The symptoms appear gradually.
• The initial sign might be a little tremor in only one hand. Although tremors are prevalent, the disease can also induce stiffness or slowness of movement.
• Parkinson's disease, according to scientists, is caused by a shortage of dopamine.