What Are the Components of the Dopaminergic System?
The dopaminergic system consists of dopaminergic neurons, receptors, and the pathways they form. Dopaminergic neurons are primarily located in the ventral tegmental area (VTA), substantia nigra, and hypothalamus. The system also involves dopamine receptors, which are divided into D1-like and D2-like receptors, influencing cellular responses and synaptic plasticity.
