Reward pathway Study guides, Class notes & Summaries
Looking for the best study guides, study notes and summaries about Reward pathway? On this page you'll find 688 study documents about Reward pathway.
Page 4 out of 688 results
Sort by
-
Substance related disorders Wilkes N552 With Correct Solutions
- Exam (elaborations) • 24 pages • 2024
- Available in package deal
-
- $9.79
- + learn more
Substance related disorders Wilkes N552 With Correct 
Solutions 
Reward pathway - Answer -Genetic, 
environmental, 
cultural factors interact 
Primary NT is dopamine Key areas: dopamine 
mesocorticolimbic system, 
ventral tegmental area (VTA), 
nucleus accumbens (NA), 
the amygdala, 
olfactory tubercle. 
, 
Cocaine and stimulants, such as amphetamines - Answer -activate the reward system by blocking 
dopamine reuptake transporter. 
Opioids - Answer -activate the same circuitry as the stimulants ...
-
NSG 552 Psychopharmacology Exam 1 Study Guide – Complete Latest 2024/2025
- Exam (elaborations) • 24 pages • 2024
- Available in package deal
-
- $15.49
- + learn more
NSG 552 Psychopharmacology Exam 1 Study Guide – Complete Latest 2024/2025. Phenylalanine (amino acid from diet) -> phenyalanine hydroxylase -> Tyrosine -> Tyrosine hydroxylase -> 
DOPA -> Dopa decarboxylase -> Dopamine 
KEY POINT: Dopamine is synthesized directly from tyrosine or indirectly from phenylalanine 
• Dopamine is packed and stored into synaptic vesicles via the vesicular monoamine transporter (VMAT2) 
and stored until its release into the synapse. 
• When dopam...
-
NSCI 175 EXAM 3 REVIEW QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS, GRADED A+/ VERI| 2024/2025 Exam PREDICTIONS|FIED/
- Exam (elaborations) • 43 pages • 2024
- Available in package deal
-
- $10.49
- + learn more
NSCI 175 EXAM 3 REVIEW QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS, 
GRADED A+/ VERIFIED/ 
Draw a diagram to compare the pattern of neural communication between neurons of the secretory 
hypothalamus, network of neurons of the ANS, and diffuse modulatory systems - -Hormones have 
more widespread effects in the brain and body, can target many sites in the body, and have often longer 
lasting effects compared to traditional neurotransmitters. 
Secretory Hypothalamus - -By secreting chemicals directly into the bloods...
-
ANCC PMHNP Exam Prep Latest 2024 Graded A+
- Exam (elaborations) • 12 pages • 2024
- Available in package deal
-
- $9.99
- + learn more
ANCC PMHNP Exam Prep Latest 2024 
 
Graded A+ 
 
mesocortical 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 
 
Dopamine produced in substani...
-
NSG 552 Psychopharmacology Exam 1 Study Guide – Complete Latest 2024/2025
- Exam (elaborations) • 24 pages • 2024
- Available in package deal
-
- $18.49
- + learn more
NSG 552 Psychopharmacology Exam 1 Study Guide – Complete Latest 2024/2025. DOPAMINE 
• Dopamine belongs to the family of catecholamines. It is a neurotransmitter. 
• Hormones, Epinephrine and Norepinephrine (other catecholamines) are derived from Dopamine 
• Dopamine plays a significant role in learning, goal-directed behavior, regulation of hormones, motor 
control. 
DOPAMINE SYNTHESIS 
Phenylalanine (amino acid from diet) -> phenyalanine hydroxylase -> Tyrosine -> Tyrosine hyd...
And that's how you make extra money
-
Summary NSG 552 Psychopharmacology Exam 1 Study Guide LATEST 2024.
- Summary • 27 pages • 2024
-
- $11.99
- + learn more
Summary NSG 552 Psychopharmacology Exam 1 Study Guide LATEST 2024. 
DOPAMINE 
• Dopamine belongs to the family of catecholamines. It is a neurotransmitter. 
• Hormones, Epinephrine and Norepinephrine (other catecholamines) are derived from Dopamine 
• Dopamine plays a significant role in learning, goal-directed behavior, regulation of hormones, motor 
control. 
DOPAMINE SYNTHESIS 
Phenylalanine (amino acid from diet) -> phenyalanine hydroxylase -> Tyrosine -> Tyrosine hydroxylase ...
-
ISSA Final Exam Questions and Answers 2023
- Exam (elaborations) • 14 pages • 2023
- Available in package deal
-
- $25.99
- 1x sold
- + learn more
ISSA Final Exam Questions and Answers 2023 
For a skinfold body composition assessment, what sites are used for the three-site body density method for females? 
Triceps, suprailiac, thigh 
 
 
 
The PACER test is a fitness assessment used for what special population? 
Youth 
 
 
 
What is the term for blood circulation within the heart and lungs? 
Pulmonary circulation 
 
 
 
What does the S in SMART goals stand for? 
specific 
 
 
 
Which term describes movement toward the midline of the body? ...
-
NSG 552 Psychopharmacology Quiz 1 Exam Questions and Answers 2024.
- Exam (elaborations) • 16 pages • 2024
-
- $10.99
- + learn more
NSG 552 Psychopharmacology Quiz 1 Exam Questions and Answers 2024. 
The study of the use of psychotropic medications in the treatment of psychiatric 
disorders: - ANSWER Psychopharmacology 
The study of what the body does to drugs: - ANSWER Pharmacokinetics 
The study of what the drugs does to the body: - ANSWER Pharmacodynamics 
Involves the absorption, distribution, metabolism and excretion of meds: - 
ANSWER First Pass Metabolism (C.Y.P. 450) 
Increase serum levels of other drugs that are sub...
-
Exam (elaborations) NURS 660
- Exam (elaborations) • 3 pages • 2023
-
- $11.49
- 1x sold
- + learn more
dopamine hypothesis - ANSWER the theory that schizophrenia results from excessive 
activity of the neurotransmitter dopamine 
What is the path of dopamine suppression by 5-HT? - 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 mesolimbic 
dopamine...
-
NR546 Psychopharm Midterm ALL SOLUTION LATEST EDITION 2024 GUARANTEED GRADE A+
- Exam (elaborations) • 12 pages • 2024
-
- $13.99
- + learn more
How does the orbitofrontal cortex (OFC) affect the amygdala? 
inhibits and activates the amygdala 
Wernicke's area is associated with which of the following? 
speech comprehension 
The limbic system is associated with which of the following 
emotion and learning 
Which brain structure is most associated with long term memory? 
hippocampus 
When prescribing psychotropic medications, the PMHNP knows that these medications work within which specific areas? 
mood 
Which of the following are involve...
Did you know that on average a seller on Stuvia earns $82 per month selling study resources? Hmm, hint, hint. Discover all about earning on Stuvia