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A study of the dopamine D2 receptor gene in pathological gambling.
Pharmacogenetics - 1 Jun 1996
Comings D E, Rosenthal R J, Lesieur H R, Rugle L J, Muhleman D, Chiu C, Dietz G, Gade R
Abstract excerpt
Pathological gambling has been termed both the 'pure' and the 'hidden' addiction. 'Pure' because it is not associated with the intake of any addicting substance, and 'hidden' because it is an extension of a common, socially accepted behaviour. The Taq A1 variant of the human DRD2 gene has been associated with drug addiction, some forms of severe alcoholism, and other impulsive, addictive behaviours. We have...
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