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Overview
The mesolimbic system is one of the major dopaminergic systems in the central nervous system. The system begins in the ventral tegmental area of the midbrain connects to the limbic system through the nucleus accumbens in the striatum, the amygdala, and the hippocampus. It is associated with behavioral responses to stimuli that activate feelings of reward (motivation) and reinforcement in the body.

Clinical Applications
This section will discuss the effects this system has on the body, such as addiction.