Increased release of dopamine within the nucleus accumbens can be induced by
A) blocking connections between the basolateral amygdala and the ventral tegmental area.
B) satiation.
C) reduced activity of the lateral hypothalamus.
D) drugs such as haloperidol.
E) increased activity of prefrontal glutamate neurons that innervate the ventral tegmental area.
Answer: E
Rationale: Increased release of dopamine within the nucleus accumbens can be induced by increased activity of prefrontal glutamate neurons that innervate the ventral tegmental area.
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