Reduced functional connectivity within the mesocorticolimbic system in substance use disorders: An fMRI study of Puerto Rican young adults

Reduced functional connectivity within the mesocorticolimbic system in substance use disorders: An fMRI study of Puerto Rican young adults

Studies of the mesocorticolimbic reward system and its relationship with impulsivity and substance use disorders (SUD) have largely focused on individuals from non-minority backgrounds. This represents a significant gap in the literature particularly for minority populations who are disproportionate...

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Main Authors: Jonathan ePosner, Leora eAmira, Antonio Algaze Beato, Glorisa eCanino, Cristiane eDuarte
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Frontiers Media S.A. 2016-05-01
Series:Frontiers in Behavioral Neuroscience
Subjects:
Nucleus Accumbens
connectivity
impulsivity
functional MRI
mesocorticolimbic system
substance use disorder
Online Access:http://journal.frontiersin.org/Journal/10.3389/fnbeh.2016.00102/full

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