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Biological markers and diagnostic accuracy in the genetics of posttraumatic stress disorder.
Psychiatry research - 24 Jul 2001
Radant A, Tsuang D, Peskind E R, McFall M, Raskind W
Abstract excerpt
Family and twin studies suggest a substantial genetic contribution to the etiology of posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Identification of the nature of this genetic contribution should enhance understanding of the pathophysiology of PTSD and suggest improved therapeutic strategies for its treatment. However, a broadly defined phenotype, specific requirement for an environmental exposure and high frequency of...
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