Study finds altered brain responses to anticipated threat in individuals with alcohol use disorder
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Researchers found increased thalamus-insula connectivity in individuals with alcohol use disorder during unpredictable threats, linked to higher alcohol intake. This suggests heightened threat reactivity may drive excessive drinking.
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Original Title: Study finds altered brain responses to anticipated threat in individuals with alcohol use disorder | These regions of the brain play critical roles in detecting internal and external signals and generating emotional responses to prepare for future events.