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Interaction between serotonin transporter gene, catechol-O-methyltransferase gene and stressful life events in mood disorders.
The international journal of neuropsychopharmacology - 1 Aug 2007
Mandelli Laura, Serretti Alessandro, Marino Elena, Pirovano Adele, Calati Raffaella, Colombo Cristina
Abstract excerpt
It is well established that stress is a risk factor for onset of mood disorders. Emerging evidence suggests that genetic vulnerability may also moderate individual responsiveness to stress. The most compelling evidence regards the polymorphism within the promoter region of the serotonin transporter gene (SERTPR), which has been reported to moderate the risk for depression, in conjunction with life stressors. In...
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