The process of raising the amount of dopamine, which is a neurotransmitter involved in reward-motivated behavior and pleasure sensations, within synapses (gaps between neurons).
Related terms
Reward Pathway: A network of brain structures involved in reinforcement learning and experiencing pleasure. Dopamine plays a significant role in this pathway.
Dopamine Receptors: Protein molecules located on cell surfaces that bind with dopamine molecules to initiate cellular responses.
Neurotransmitter: Chemical messengers released by neurons to transmit signals across synapses.