Dopamine, Reward, Motivation, Lateral Hypothalamus, Feeding Behavior & Eating Disorders | Melissa Sharpe | 164
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The Lateral Hypothalamus: Brain's Feeding and Learning Center
This chapter explores the pivotal role of the lateral hypothalamus in regulating feeding behavior and learning associations with food-related cues. It discusses the intricate neurobiological pathways involving dopamine signaling, the interplay with other brain structures, and how this region contributes to cognitive processes in response to rewards. Additionally, the chapter examines the implications of these findings for understanding eating disorders and the neural circuits involved in motivation and fear related to food.
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