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Researchers discover protective factor against psychological trauma

Woman pressing her hands to her face
The risk of developing post-traumatic stress disorder after a horrible experience is linked to a certain gene. (Picture: shutterstock)

The endogenous regulation of a specific gene is associated with a reduced risk of developing post-traumatic stress disorder following a terrifying experience. In particular, traumatic memories of the experience are less severe. Researchers from the University of Basel have reported these findings in the scientific journal PNAS.

17 August 2020

Woman pressing her hands to her face
The risk of developing post-traumatic stress disorder after a horrible experience is linked to a certain gene. (Picture: shutterstock)
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