There is a group of neurons that forms a pathway located in the middle of the brain called the reward pathway or the pleasure pathway. The reward pathway is activated by natural rewards like food and water
N Engl J Med 368(4):351364 Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) (2013) Vital signs: current cigarette smoking among adults aged 18 years with mental illness - United States, 2009-2011
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In general, estimates from high-income countries suggest that about half of the impact of price on tobacco use results from its effect on prevalence, largely reflecting cessation among adult users.16 17 This is confirmed by studies that find that increases in prices lead current users to try to quit, with some successful in doing so in the long run.18 19 Comparable studies from low-income and middle-income countries also find that cigarette prices affect prevalence and intensity of cigarette smoking, although the relative impact on prevalence and consumption varies considerably across studies/countries.20 21 Several studies have examined the differential responses to price of population subgroups, including those based on age, gender, income, education, race/ethnicity and location (urban vs rural)