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- Title
Why do we take drugs? From the drug-reinforcement theory to a novel concept of drug instrumentalization.
- Authors
Spanagel, Rainer
- Abstract
The drug-reinforcement theory explains why humans get engaged in drug taking behavior. This theory posits that drugs of abuse serve as biological rewards by activating the reinforcement system. Although from a psychological and neurobiological perspective this theory is extremely helpful, it does not tell us about the drug-taking motives and motivation of an individual. The definition of drug instrumentalization goals will improve our understanding of individual drug-taking profiles.
- Subjects
DRUG addiction; DRUG abuse; DRUGS of abuse; COMPULSIVE behavior; SUBSTANCE abuse; PSYCHOLOGY; NEUROBIOLOGY
- Publication
Behavioral & Brain Sciences, 2011, Vol 34, Issue 6, p322
- ISSN
0140-525X
- Publication type
Article
- DOI
10.1017/S0140525X11000847