The _____ Neural Pathway Has Been Characterized as a "Reward

question 113

Multiple Choice

The _____ neural pathway has been characterized as a "reward pathway" that is believed to be responsible for the reinforcing effects of most abused drugs.

• A)cortical
• B)medulla-pons
• C)mesolimbic dopamine
• D)hypothalamus dopamine

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