Endorphins are neurotransmitters that help relieve pain and reduce tension.Their action in the brain is mimicked by
A) opioids, such as Xanax.
B) opioids, such as heroin.
C) alcohol.
D) benzodiazepines, such as Xanax.

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Endorphins are naturally occurring opioids that bind to opioid receptors in the brain to relieve pain and reduce tension. Heroin is a powerful opioid that also binds to these receptors and mimics the effects of endorphins, but it is not a safe or advisable way to increase endorphin levels. Xanax and other benzodiazepines work by enhancing the effects of GABA, a different neurotransmitter, and while they can reduce anxiety and tension, they do not mimic endorphin action. Alcohol can affect many different neurotransmitters and systems in the brain and can temporarily increase endorphin levels, but it is also not a safe or advisable way to manage pain or stress.

Endorphins Are Neurotransmitters That Help Relieve Pain and Reduce Tension