The "high" produced by using narcotics is due to the drug:
A) causing an increased release of serotonin.
B) blocking GABA activity.
C) attaching to sites normally receptive to endorphins.
D) flooding neurotransmitter synapses with dopamine.

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Narcotics produce a "high" by attaching to sites in the brain that are normally receptive to endorphins, which are natural painkillers produced by the body. This action mimics the pain-relieving effects of endorphins and leads to the euphoric feeling associated with narcotic use.

The "High" Produced by Using Narcotics Is Due to the Drug