Which of the following is a long-term effect of heroin use?
A) The body decreases the production of endorphins.
B) The body increases the production of endorphins.
C) A decrease in dopamine production.
D) A release of excess dopamine.
E) All of these are long term side effects of heroin use.

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Heroin binds to the receptors meant for the endorphins causing the body to decrease the natural production of endorphins. A decrease in dopamine production is associated with the continued use of cocaine. The release of excess dopamine production is associated with the use of nicotine.

Which of the Following Is a Long-Term Effect of Heroin