Asked by
Bailey Harrison
on Dec 10, 2024
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Research indicates that the MOST important neurotransmitter in the reward circuit of the brain is probably:
A) acetylcholine.
B) anandamide.
C) dopamine.
D) one of the endorphins.
Reward Circuit
A dopamine-rich circuit in the brain that produces feelings of pleasure when activated.
Dopamine
A neurotransmitter involved in many functions, including mood, motivation, reward, and the coordination of movement, and implicated in several mental health disorders.
- Shed light on multiple factors, including those of a genetic nature, related to neurotransmitter activity, and environmental, that facilitate the development of substance use disorders.
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AC
Learning Objectives
- Shed light on multiple factors, including those of a genetic nature, related to neurotransmitter activity, and environmental, that facilitate the development of substance use disorders.