Mindful Sips: Sex-Specific Effects on Reward Seeking and Addiction
Oct
20
2026
Oct
20
2026
Description
In this talk, Dr. Dominguez will speak on how neural-endocrine hormones and brain chemistry interact to shape reward-seeking behavior and why these processes can differ between sexes, providing new insight into how alcohol and substance use disorders develop.
Free pizza and refreshments will be served, and attendees are welcome to ask questions and connect with the speaker. For questions and feedback, contact Dr. Marion Friske.
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6
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1
2026
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4:00 pm • In Person
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