Drugs that stimulate the _______ pathway provide powerful positive rewards that may eclipse the pleasures derived from other activities.
A) cholinergic
B) dopaminergic
C) noradrenergic
D) serotonergic

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The dopaminergic pathway is associated with reward and pleasure. Drugs that stimulate this pathway, such as cocaine and methamphetamine, can create a powerful positive reward that may overshadow the pleasures derived from other activities.

Drugs That Stimulate the _______ Pathway Provide Powerful Positive Rewards