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"​dr. goddard is studying the behavioral effects of mdma (ecstasy) using a rat model. he would measure increased release of which hormones in response to mdma treatment?"

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The correct answer is serotonin and oxytocin.

MDMA (amphetamine) enhances the release of serotonin, and/or blocks its reuptake. As a result neurotransmitter levels within the synaptic cleft are increased. Because serotonin regulates the mood, sleep, pain, its elevated levels causes the mood-elevating effects people experience.

Elevated levels of oxytocin ("the love hormone" ) increase trust, promote social bonding, and foster compassion.

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