Reward pathway Study guides, Class notes & Summaries

PsychoPharm Stahl Revised Questions 2023Which of the following is considered the pleasure center of the brain? A. Cortico-striatal-thalamic-cortical loop B. Mesolimbic dopamine pathway C. Mesocortical dopamine pathway D. None of the above - B. Mesolimbic dopamine pathway The reactive reward system signals the immediate prospect of pleasure or pain and triggers drug-seeking behavior. A. True B. False - A. True What role does the amygdala play in substance abuse? A. Releases ph...

dopamine hypothesis correct answer: the theory that schizophrenia results from excessive activity of the neurotransmitter dopamine What is the path of dopamine suppression by 5-HT? correct answer: 5-HT2A antagonism by atypical antipsychotics decrease serotonin release, thereby stimulating downstream dopamine. Increased dopamine reduces glutamate which inhibits release of inhibitory GABA (inhibits dopamine) Mesolimbic dopamine hypothesis: Hyperactivity of dopamine neurons in the mesolimbi...

dopamine hypothesis - ANSWER the theory that schizophrenia results from excessive activity of the neurotransmitter dopamine dopamine hypothesis- nigrostriatal pathway - ANSWER The nigrostriatal dopamine pathway that projects from the substantia nigra to the basal ganglia or striatum, is part of the extrapyramidal nervous system and controls motor function and movement. Mesolimbic dopamine hypothesis: Hyperactivity of dopamine neurons in the mesolimbic dopamine pathway cause what sympto...

Which client form allows clients to understand and accept any and all risks associated with beginning an exercise program? - liability waiver A movement that keeps the distal end of the body segment fixed in one location describes what type of kinetic chain movement? - Closed kinetic chain movement Which of the following is considered an incomplete protein? - peas For the average adult what percentage of the diet should be carbohydrates? - 45 to 65 percent of daily calories In which ...

Final Exam: NSG527 / NSG 527 (Latest 2024 / 2025) Psychopathology, Theories and Advanced Clinical Modalities | Exam Questions and Verified Answers | 100% Correct | Grade A Q: CNS is composed of and a. Afferent neurons, neurotransmitters b. Autonomic, peripheral nervous system c. Brain and spinal cord d. Oligodendrocytes. Afferent neurons Answer: c. Brain and spinal cord Q: What is not true about the definition of resilience a. Ability to recover from setbacks b. Adapt well to change c. It is rel...

Testbank questions Chapter 02 & 03 Innovation Strategy and Identifying Strategic Capabilities Correct answers are indicated with a * 1. Four factors have a major influence on the ability of a firm to develop and create value through innovation. Which of the following is not one of these factors? a) Its ability to identify and exploit external sources of innovation, especially international networks. *b) Its ability to invest in basic science and technology. c) Its power and market pos...

ANCC PMHNP Exam Prep Question with complete solution 2023mesocortical pathway executive function: attention, focus, depression nigrostriatal pathway from substantia nigra (brainstem) to striatum (muscles): Parkinson's mesolimbic pathway projects to nucleus accumbens (part of limbic system). Pleasure, reward, positive symptoms of schizophrenia: Addiction, gambling Tuberoinfundibular pathway regulation of prolactin (acts on pituitary). Hypersexuality in mania Dopam...

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Exam 3: NURS663 / NURS 663 (Latest 2024 / 2025 Update) - Psychiatric Mental Health Diagnosis and Management II Exam | Questions and Verified Answers | Grade A - Maryville Q: What neurotransmitter is the reward pathway Answer: Dopamine Q: Kids who have lack of remorse have this disorder Answer: Conduct Disorder Q: By what age most teens tried alcohol Answer: 13 Q: With Alcohol consumption, Vitamin B1 or thiamine deficient causes what Answer: Wornicke-Korsakoff syndrome Q: Heroin withdrawal Answer...

MH701 EXAM 3 2024 – 2025 WITH 100% ACCURATE SOLUTIONS Addiction is characterized by what? - correct answer impulsive drug craving, seeking & use that persists even in the face of negative consequences. What parts of the brain are involved in the reward pathway? - correct answer the ventral tegmental area (VTA), nucleus accumbens & pre-frontal cortex. When activated by a rewarding stimuli, information travels from the VTA to the nucleus accumbens and then up to the prefrontal cortex. ...