Independent neural circuits encode the dynamics of social interaction in rats

by Natália Madeira, Cristina Márquez

A study in PLOS Biology by Rojek-Sito and colleagues demonstrates a key role of the central amygdala and specific circuits projecting to and from this brain area in the initiation versus maintenance of positive social interactions. This Primer explores a study in PLOS Biology which demonstrates a key role of the central amygdala and specific circuits projecting to and from this brain area in the initiation versus maintenance of positive social interactions.