Evidence and explanation for the involvement of the nucleus accumbens in pain processing
The nucleus accumbens (NAc) is a subcortical brain structure known primarily for its roles in pleasure, reward, and addiction. Despite less focus on the NAc in pain research, it also plays a large role in the mediation of pain and is effective as a source of analgesia. Evidence for this involvement...
Main Authors: | Haley N Harris, Yuan B Peng |
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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Wolters Kluwer Medknow Publications
2020-01-01
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Series: | Neural Regeneration Research |
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Online Access: | http://www.nrronline.org/article.asp?issn=1673-5374;year=2020;volume=15;issue=4;spage=597;epage=605;aulast=Harris |
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