ADDICTIVE BEHAVIOR
\ɐdˈɪktɪv bɪhˈe͡ɪvjə], \ɐdˈɪktɪv bɪhˈeɪvjə], \ɐ_d_ˈɪ_k_t_ɪ_v b_ɪ_h_ˈeɪ_v_j_ə]\
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The observable, measurable, and often pathological activity of an organism that portrays its inability to overcome a habit resulting in an insatiable craving for a substance or for performing certain acts. The addictive behavior includes the emotional and physical overdependence on the object of habit in increasing amount or frequency.
By DataStellar Co., Ltd
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Pyramidal Cells
- Projection neurons in cerebral cortex hippocampus. Pyramidal cells a pyramid-shaped soma with apex apical dendrite pointed toward pial surface and other dendrites an axon emerging from base. The axons may have local collaterals but also project outside their cortical region.
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