THC mimics anandamide by binding to cannabinoid receptors, blocking inhibitory neurotransmitters that prevent dopamine secretion, leading to euphoria.
THC mimics anandamide by binding to cannabinoid receptors, blocking inhibitory neurotransmitters that prevent dopamine secretion, leading to euphoria.
| Front | THC function |
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| Back | mimics the neurotransmitter anandamide by binding to cannabinoid receptors on presynaptic neurons; Anandamide blocks the release of inhibitory neurotransmitters that prevent dopamine secretion; dopamine causes sense of euphoria and emotional well-being |
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