Prenatal alcohol exposure changes mouse brain circuitry involved in decision making

Tuesday, August 25, 2020 - 10:10 in Psychology & Sociology

Prenatal alcohol exposure is a leading preventable cause of birth defects and neurodevelopmental abnormalities in the United States. It can lead to learning, memory, and impulsivity problems in both children and adults. In a new study conducted with mice, NIAAA scientists report that specific changes in a brain circuit involved in learning and decision making could […]

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