Sandy has anorexia nervosa and reports having very little motivation to seek food. Disruption in her ____ system may make food less rewarding for Sandy, resulting in her low motivation for eating.

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The dopamine system is associated with the reward and pleasure centers in the brain. Disruption in this system can make food less rewarding, leading to low motivation for eating, which is often seen in individuals with anorexia nervosa.

Sandy Has Anorexia Nervosa and Reports Having Very Little Motivation