Tag: genetics

Study suggests expression of certain genes may affect vulnerability to post-traumatic stress disorder

From the McLean Hospital press release: Results from a new study suggest that whether certain genes are expressed — turned on or off — may play a role in susceptibility… Read more »

Study suggests extinguishing fearful memories depends on the flexibility of your DNA

From the University of Queensland press release: Fear is an important survival mechanism and so too is the ability to inhibit fear when it’s no longer needed. In order to… Read more »

Study looks at effect of paternal age on risk of neurodevelopmental disorders in children

From the Tohoku University press release: It is no secret that genetic factors play a role in determining whether children have neurodevelopmental disorders. Maternal exposure to drugs and viral or… Read more »

Study suggests genetic links to childhood emotional, social and psychiatric problems

From the University of Queensland press release: Emotional, social and psychiatric problems in children and adolescents have been linked to higher levels of genetic vulnerability for adult depression. University of… Read more »

Study suggests stress in small children separated from their parents may alter genes

From the SAGE press release: Experts in the emotional needs of small children say increased levels of the stress hormone cortisol in babies and small children who are separated from… Read more »

Study suggests long-term memory performance depends upon gating system

From the Scripps Research Institute press release: Storing and retrieving memories is among the most important tasks our intricate brains must perform, yet how that happens at a molecular level… Read more »