Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
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6034604 | NeuroImage | 2011 | 7 Pages |
Abstract
⺠Met allele of COMT Val158Met polymorphism was associated with reduced emotional brain activation. ⺠This concerned posterior cingulate gyrus and precuneus during a task of valence evaluation. ⺠The Met allele homozygotes reported difficulties in verbalizing their feelings. ⺠Met allele may be associated with reduced activation of areas subserving emotional awareness. ⺠This may contribute to susceptibility for affective disorders.
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Marte Swart, Richard Bruggeman, Frank Larøi, Behrooz Z. Alizadeh, Ido Kema, Rudie Kortekaas, Durk Wiersma, André Aleman,