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What is the range of temperatures for cryotherapy?

Amphetamines cause an increase in synaptic dopamine levels through two mechanisms of action: ____.

According to the text, what is true of lithium’s effectiveness in treating bipolar disorder?

According to the National Institute of Mental Health, in 2006 the lifetime prevalence of any type of bipolar disorder in the United States was about 4 percent.

Graduate student Alina is observing stereotypy behavior in response to psychostimulant administration to collect data for her upcoming thesis defense. What is an example of a behavior that she will classify as a stereotypy?

Regina was recently diagnosed with bipolar disorder. During her manic episodes, she has very low motivation.

What was the first mood stabilizer found to be effective for the treatment of bipolar disorder?

During her methamphetamine detoxification process, Alysson takes a drug that induces mild psychostimulant effects, providing a temporary safer substitute for meth use. What drug is Alysson likely taking?

An impairment in normal behavioral, cognitive, or emotional function is referred to as a dependency and substance abuse disorder.

The withdrawal symptoms associated with psychostimulants primarily occur from ____,