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The Role of Dopamine in Our Brain's Communication

The Role of Dopamine in Our Brain's Communication

Dopamine: a special chemical in our brain that helps nerve cells communicate with each other.

  • Produced in (substantia nigra, hypothalamus, and ventral tegmental area)
  • Involved in (movement, motivation, reward, and pleasure)

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