Imaging studies have shown that if a cocaine-dependent person view cues related to the drug, a neural circuit consisting of _______ is activated.

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Studies have shown that when a cocaine-dependent person views cues related to the drug, there is activation in a neural circuit consisting of the prefrontal cortex (PFC), striatum, limbic system, and hypothalamus. The PFC is involved in decision-making and impulse control, while the striatum is involved in reinforcement and reward processing. The limbic system and hypothalamus are involved in emotional processing and regulation.

Imaging Studies Have Shown That If a Cocaine-Dependent Person View