Addictive drugs stimulate a brain region called the nucleus accumbens, which results in intensified feelings of pleasure due to the release of which neurotransmitter?

a. acetylcholine
b. melatonine
c. norepinephrine
d. dopamine

ANSWER: d

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Indicate whether the statement is true or false.

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