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Altered declarative memory in introverted middle-aged adults carrying the BDNF val66met allele.
Behavioural brain research - 15 Sept 2013
De Beaumont Louis, Fiocco Alexandra J, Quesnel Geneviève, Lupien Sonia, Poirier Judes
Abstract excerpt
BACKGROUND: The val66met polymorphism of the brain-derived neurotrophic factor gene (BDNFMet) is associated with impaired learning/memory function, affective dysregulation and maladaptive personality traits. Here, we examine the potential relationship between the BDNFMet allele, introversion and declarative memory in middle-age adults. METHODS: A total of 132 middle-aged healthy adults took part in this study...
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