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Important pathways in the Limbic System

1. Meso-Limbic Pathway: Ventral Tegmental Area produces Dopamine & Serotonin that is utilized at Neucleaus Accumbance Septi (Pleasure center). Important in addiction behaviors. 2. Meso-Cortical Pathway: Ventral Tegmental Area produces Dopamine & Serotonin that is utilized at Medial Frontal cortex. Important in depression, mania & optimism/pessimism.

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