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No interaction between serotonin transporter gene (5-HTTLPR) polymorphism and adversity on depression among Japanese children and adolescents.
BMC psychiatry - 10 May 2013
Tomoda Akemi, Nishitani Shota, Matsuura Naomi, Fujisawa Takashi X, Kawatani Junko, Toyohisa Daiki, Ono Mai, Shinohara Kazuyuki
Abstract excerpt
BACKGROUND: Identification of gene × environment interactions (G × E) for depression is a crucial step in ascertaining the mechanisms underpinning the disorder. Earlier studies have indicated strong genetic influences and numerous environmental risk factors. In relation to childhood and adolescent depression, evidence is accumulating that the quality of the parental environment is associated with serotonin...
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