The "satiety" center of the brain is located in the:
A) lateral hypothalamus.
B) ventromedial hippocampus.
C) lateral thalamus.
D) ventromedial hypothalamus.

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The ventromedial hypothalamus is known as the "satiety" center of the brain and is responsible for regulating feelings of fullness and controlling food intake. A study by DelParigi et al. (2002) found that when the ventromedial hypothalamus was deactivated, individuals consumed more food and felt less satiated.

The "Satiety" Center of the Brain Is Located in The