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That is one of the theories. The other theory is tied to the function of dopamine.
Dopamine inhibits another chemical called GABA. Without any GABA dopamine doesn't really do anything.
The other theory is that they have normal levels of Dopamine and low levels of GABA.
These theories came about by the observation that anti-dopamine drugs help the symptoms.
The simple answer is we're not quite sure yet.
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∙ 11y ago
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∙ 11y agoYes, an excess of dopamine is associated with schizophrenia.
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∙ 12y agoIt is theorized that schizophrenia is associated with an over-abundance of dopamine, so most antipsychotics block dopamine receptors.
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∙ 11y agoAn excess of the neurotransmitter dopamine may cause schizophrenia.
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Why do schizophrenics get angry easily?
Not true .
Which neurotransmitter in excess causes psychosis?
Dopamine and Serotonin are two neurotransmitters that are important in psychosis
Which neurotransmitteres play role in psychosis?
As far as we know, dopamine is the main culprit in psychosis. Autospies have shown excess dopaminergic receptors in the brain's of people who suffered psychosis. Other neurotransmitters are also affected.
When was Schizophrenics Anonymous created?
Schizophrenics Anonymous was created in 1985.
What are three brain abnormalities in schizophrenia?
They are postulated to be 1) excess secretion of dopamine, 2) deficiency of serotonin, and 3) deficiency of norepinephrine (among others).
What has the author Amrita Bagga written?
Amrita Bagga has written: 'Dermatoglyphics of schizophrenics' -- subject(s): Dermatoglyphics, Physiology, Schizophrenics
When dopamine levels are elevated this reward pathway reinforces the use of the drug True or false?
Mesolimbic pathway - true. It travels from the ventral tegmental area to the nucleus accumbens.
Is hypoglycemia the result of excess insulin?
True.
When a water soluble vitamin is consumed in excess the excess is always stored True or false?
False
Surplus is an excess of production or supply over demand. True or False?
True
The neurotransmitter most likely produced when a person uses a drug that creates a sense of well-being is?
Most likely Dopamine which in excess accumulated in the brain cause schizophrenia.
Are schizophrenics gay?
Some are, but most aren't.
