
Brain pathways of aversion identified.
Memorizing and predicting aversive or unpleasant events is a critical function of neural circuits responsible for survival and emotional well-being. There is much interest in how the brain creates the signals associated with negative emotions in order to better understand how imbalances can lead to affective disorders such as depression and anxiety. However, it is unclear which areas of the brain control feelings of discomfort … Continue reading Brain pathways of aversion identified.