LaShelle takes a drug to regulate her mood disorder. The drug inhibits the reuptake of a neurotransmitter in the brain. What condition in LaShelle's brain is contributing to her mood disorder?

A. increased amounts of serotonin
B. increased amounts of dopamine
C. depletion of serotonin
D. blocked receptor sites for dopamine

Answer: C. depletion of serotonin

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Eleven-year-old Leah has developed a sense of competence at a number of useful skills and tasks. She has a positive but realistic self-concept and takes pride in her accomplishments. According to Erikson, Leah has

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