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ADHD candidate gene study in a population-based birth cohort: association with DBH and DRD2.
Journal of the American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry - 1 Dec 2007
Nyman Emma S, Ogdie Matthew N, Loukola Anu, Varilo Teppo, Taanila Anja, Hurtig Tuula, Moilanen Irma K, Loo Sandra K, McGough James J, Järvelin Marjo-Riitta, Smalley Susan L, Nelson Stanley F, Peltonen Leena
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OBJECTIVE: Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a common childhood-onset disorder with a significant impact on public health. Although a genetic contribution to risk is evident, predisposing genetic determinants remain largely unknown despite extensive research. So far, the most promising candidate genes have been those involved in dopamine and serotonin pathways. This study tests a series of...
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