Deep nuclei

Nucleus Accumbens

reward interface

A ventral striatum hub for reward prediction, motivation and learning.

Caudate NucleusPutamenGlobus PallidusSubstantia NigraNucleus Accumbens
Volume salience
38
Connectivity
88
Clinical load
70
Research density
82

Key functions

  • reward prediction
  • motivation
  • reinforcement
  • wanting

Clinical note

Addiction research often tracks plasticity here.

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