Medications blocking receptors for the neurotransmitter _______ relieve some of schizophrenia's positive symptoms, such as hallucinations and delusions. Other cognitive symptoms of schizophrenia may be treated by newer medicines targeting the neurotransmitter _________.
A) dopamine; serotonin
B) serotonin; glutamate
C) dopamine; glutamate
D) glutamate; dopamine

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Medications that block dopamine receptors can help alleviate positive symptoms of schizophrenia. Newer treatments targeting glutamate are being explored for cognitive symptoms.

Medications Blocking Receptors for the Neurotransmitter _______ Relieve Some of Schizophrenia's