Dopamine under control: Precision regulation of inhibition shapes learning, memory and mental health

For decades, dopamine has been celebrated in neuroscience as the quintessential "reward molecule"—a chemical herald of ...
Psychology Today

Positive Reinforcement: A New Look at an Old Concept

This palomino looks ready to learn! Source: Xiang Gao/Unsplash Animal training leans toward positive reinforcement (PR) for many reasons. It teaches good behavior in ways that are safer, more pleasant ...
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New look at dopamine signaling suggests neuroscientists' model of reinforcement learning may need to be revised

Dopamine is a powerful signal in the brain, influencing our moods, motivations, movements, and more. The neurotransmitter is crucial for reward-based learning, a function that may be disrupted in a ...

Dopamine acts on motivation and reinforcement learning via distinct cellular processes, study suggests

Dopamine is a key neurotransmitter known to modulate motivation and reinforcement learning. While the role of dopamine in ...
Healthline

How Can Dopamine Affect the Body?

Dopamine is a neurotransmitter in your brain that contributes to feelings of alertness, focus, motivation, and happiness. A flood of dopamine can make you feel euphoric. Share on Pinterest You might ...