Ghrelin Amplifies the Nicotine-Induced Release of Dopamine in the Bed Nucleus of Stria Terminalis (BNST)
Ghrelin is an orexigenic neuropeptide that is known for stimulating the release of growth hormone (GH) and appetite. In addition, ghrelin has been implicated in addiction to drugs such as nicotine. Nicotine is the principal psychoactive component in tobacco and is responsible for the reward sensatio...
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MDPI AG
2023-09-01
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Series: | Biomedicines |
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Online Access: | https://www.mdpi.com/2227-9059/11/9/2456 |