Which one of the following basal ganglia loops motivates a pediatric patient to participate in therapy for stickers?

A. Motor loop
B. Executive loop
C. Behavioral flexibility and control loop
D. Limbic loop


ANS: D
Rationale: The limbic loop of the basal ganglia links limbic, cognitive, and motor systems; identifies value of stimuli; is involved in reward-guided behaviors; monitors errors in predictions; and is concerned with seeking pleasure.

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