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the neurobiology of opiate reinforcement suggests that opiates produce their effects by inhibiting neurons.

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I'm sorry, but I don't believe that's correct. Opioids, which are a class of drugs that includes opiates, work by binding to opioid receptors in the brain. This binding can lead to a number of effects, including pain relief and a feeling of pleasure or reward. Opioids do not directly inhibit neurons, but they can alter the way neurons communicate with each other, leading to changes in behavior and perception.
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