Travis Has Been Diagnosed with ADHD and Is Seeing a Physician

Travis has been diagnosed with ADHD and is seeing a physician for the first time to inquire about taking medication. His doctor will most likely prescribe a stimulant such as methylphenidate, which has the effect of __________.

A) enhancing the release of dopamine and norepinephrine to active inhibitory circuits
B) block the release of serotonin to reduce the anxiety that interferes with concentration
C) block the reuptake of GABA so that increased neurological activity can overcome the excessive stimulation seeking
D) activate excitatory centers that promote cross-hemispheric integration

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