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Personality traits as intermediary phenotypes in suicidal behavior: genetic issues.
American journal of medical genetics. Part C, Seminars in medical genetics - 15 Feb 2005
Baud Patrick
Abstract excerpt
A genetic contribution to the risk of suicidal behavior is now supported by many studies. It probably involves specific factors acting on their own, independently of the genetic transmission of associated psychiatric disorders. A history of childhood maltreatment, adverse events, psychosocial stress, psychological traits and major psychiatric disorders all appear to contribute to the global risk of suicide...
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