Gene’s Role In Severity Of Drinking Revealed: Findings Could Lead To More Personalized Alcohol Treatment Methods

New research from the University of Virginia Health System could help explain why some alcoholics are more severe drinkers than others. A UVA team has found strong evidence that the serotonin transporter gene, SLC6A4, plays a significant role in influencing drinking intensity among alcohol-dependent individuals.

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Filed under: Alcohol / Addiction / Illegal Drugs on February 8th, 2009