| Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8455943 | Mutation Research/Fundamental and Molecular Mechanisms of Mutagenesis | 2012 | 5 Pages |
Abstract
⺠Leukocyte telomere length and telomerase activity are linked to a wide variety of aging-related diseases and their risks. ⺠Telomere maintenance may integrate the effects of genetic, environmental and life style factors on aging-related diseases. ⺠Psychological stress, as an important life style and behavioral factor, is associated with shorter telomere length. ⺠Stress hormones, inflammation and oxidative stress are proposed mechanisms that mediate the above-mentioned associations.
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Authors
Jue Lin, Elissa Epel, Elizabeth Blackburn,