Abstract
Neuronal and psychological underpinnings of pathological gambling.
Highlights
Pathological gambling (PG) is a prevalent disease, its neurobiological and psychological underpinnings are not well characterized
As described by Goudriaan et al (2014), pathological gambling (PG) is thought to result from “diminished cognitive control over the urge to engage in addictive behaviors” that manifests in the inability to control desire to gamble despite negative consequences
Anselme and Robinson (2013) present a series of findings suggesting that surprising non-rewards enhance incentive salience attribution to conditioned cues in conditioning procedures as well as during gambling episodes
Summary
Pathological gambling (PG) is a prevalent disease, its neurobiological and psychological underpinnings are not well characterized. In this Research Topic both Anselme and Robinson (2013) as well as Linnet (2014) describe the supporting role of gambling-related cues in this behavioral addiction. Anselme and Robinson (2013) present a series of findings suggesting that surprising non-rewards enhance incentive salience attribution to conditioned cues in conditioning procedures as well as during gambling episodes.
Sign-in/Register to view highlights & summary 
Published Version (
Free)
Talk to us
Join us for a 30 min session where you can share your feedback and ask us any queries you have
Schedule a call