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A study of individuals with amphetamine use disorder has found that they have altered neural response patterns when anticipating rewards or losses compared to individuals without this disorder. This potentially reflects an impairment in dopamine function, which may influence their decision-making. The research was published in the Journal of Psychopharmacology. Amphetamines are potent stimulant drugs that affect the central nervous system. Some amphetamines are prescribed by medical professionals to treat conditions such as attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and narcolepsy (uncont…

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