Activation of α7 nicotinic receptors suppresses sucrose addiction in mice
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DOI: 10.1016/j.pnpbp.2021.110439
Abstract: The mesolimbic dopamine system is important for the rewarding and motivational aspects of consuming rewarding and palatable food. Nicotinic receptors are present in the mesolimbic dopamine system and enhance the reinforcement of drugs of abuse.… read more here.
Keywords: sucrose preference; nicotinic receptors; sucrose addiction; suppresses sucrose ... See more keywords
Sucrose preference test for measurement of stress-induced anhedonia in mice
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DOI: 10.1038/s41596-018-0011-z
Abstract: Anhedonia is the inability to experience pleasure from rewarding or enjoyable activities and is a core symptom of depression in humans. Here, we describe a protocol for the measurement of anhedonia in mice, in which… read more here.
Keywords: preference test; measurement; sucrose preference; anhedonia mice ... See more keywords