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Working memory gating in obesity is moderated by striatal dopaminergic gene variants.
eLife - 21 Oct 2024
Herzog Nadine, Hartmann Hendrik, Janssen Lieneke Katharina, Kanyamibwa Arsene, Waltmann Maria, Kovacs Peter, Deserno Lorenz, Fallon Sean, Villringer Arno, Horstmann Annette
Abstract excerpt
Everyday life requires an adaptive balance between distraction-resistant maintenance of information and the flexibility to update this information when needed. These opposing mechanisms are proposed to be balanced through a working memory gating mechanism. Prior research indicates that obesity may elevate the risk of working memory deficits, yet the underlying mechanisms remain elusive. Dopaminergic alterations...
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