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opposes alcohol effects on gamma - aminobutyric acid release in amygdala and blocks the transition to alcohol dependence.
For instance, although they controlled for
alcohol and drug use, they focused on full - blown dependence (as
opposed to more casual use) and therefore may have underestimated the
effects of teen drinking.