Trait impulsivity is related to ventral ACC and amygdala activity during primary reward anticipation.

ABSTRACT: Trait impulsivity is characterized by behavioral disinhibition and rash decision-making that contribute to many maladaptive behaviors. Previous research demonstrates that trait impulsivity is related to the activity of brain regions underlying reward sensitivity and emotion regulation, but little is known about this relationship in the context of immediately available primary reward. This is unfortunate, as impulsivity in these contexts can lead to unhealthy behaviors, including poor food choices, dangerous drug use and risky sexual practices. In addition, little is known about the relationship between integration of reward and affective neurocircuitry, as measured by resting-state functional connectivity, and trait impulsivity in everyday life, as measured with a commonly used personality

SUBMITTER: Kerr KL 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC4994837 | biostudies-literature | 2015 Jan

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature