Increasing Dopamine Levels

Definition

The process of raising the amount of dopamine, which is a neurotransmitter involved in reward-motivated behavior and pleasure sensations, within synapses (gaps between neurons).

Related terms

Reward Pathway: A network of brain structures involved in reinforcement learning and experiencing pleasure. Dopamine plays a significant role in this pathway.

Dopamine Receptors:

Protein molecules located on cell surfaces that bind with dopamine molecules to initiate cellular responses.

Neurotransmitter:

Chemical messengers released by neurons to transmit signals across synapses.