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Dopamine and sexual behavior

M R Melis1, A Argiolas

  • 1Bernard B. Brodie Department of Neuroscience, University of Cagliari, Italy.

Neuroscience and Biobehavioral Reviews
|January 1, 1995
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Dopamine plays a crucial role in male sexual behavior, influencing motivation, arousal, and performance. Different dopamine systems and receptors modulate distinct aspects of sexual activity, with overall increases facilitating behavior.

Area of Science:

  • Neuroscience
  • Behavioral Science
  • Pharmacology

Background:

  • Dopamine is a key central neurotransmitter regulating sexual behavior.
  • Extensive research in rats, monkeys, and humans has explored its multifaceted roles.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review neuropharmacological, biochemical, electrophysiological, and psychobiological studies on dopamine's role in sexual behavior.
  • To elucidate the distinct functions of various dopamine systems and receptor subtypes.

Main Methods:

  • Comprehensive literature review of existing studies.
  • Analysis of neuropharmacological, biochemical, electrophysiological, and psychobiological data.

Main Results:

  • The nigrostriatal system is vital for sensory-motor coordination during copulation.

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  • The mesolimbic-mesocortical system is crucial for sexual arousal, motivation, and reward.
  • The incertohypothalamic system significantly impacts consummatory behaviors like seminal emission and erectile function.
  • Dopamine D2 receptors are primary in male sexual behavior, with D1/D2 interactions noted.
  • Increased dopaminergic activity generally enhances male sexual behavior parameters.

    • Conclusions:

    • Dopamine plays a facilitatory role in male sexual behavior through distinct neuronal pathways and receptor interactions.
    • The precise roles of central dopaminergic systems in female sexual proceptivity and receptivity remain undetermined.