Encyclopedia of Psychopharmacology

2010 Edition
| Editors: Ian P. Stolerman

Appetitive Responses

  • Ronald F. Mucha
Reference work entry
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-540-68706-1_1139

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Definition

These are responses evoked when an organism is exposed to stimuli previously associated with a reinforcer, such as the application of a natural goal object or a self-administered drug. The responses are ones that bring the organism into contact with the actual reinforcer. They serve a searching or preparatory function.

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Authors and Affiliations

  • Ronald F. Mucha
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  1. 1.Department of PsychologyUniversity of WürzburgWürzburgGermany