GENETICS: Gene linked to criminal behavior

From: Robert J. Bradbury (bradbury@aeiveos.com)
Date: Mon Aug 05 2002 - 08:38:28 MDT


Well we knew it was likely to happen sooner or later.

It looks like a genetic variation that results in low
levels of monoamine oxidase A, which is involved in
cleaning up excess neurotransmitters (Anders could
probably tell us which ones), correlates well with
aggressive and criminal behaviors.

See:
Gene May Protect Abused Kids Against Behavior Problems
http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2002/08/020805075625.htm

Robert



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