The oxytocin receptor rs2254298 polymorphism and alcohol withdrawal symptoms: a gene–environment interaction in mood disorders

ObjectiveAlcohol use disorder (AUD) is a common mental disorder characterized by repeated withdrawal episodes. Negative emotions during withdrawal are the primary factors affecting successful abstinence. Oxytocin is a critical modulator of emotions. OXTR, the oxytocin receptor, may also be a promisi...

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Main Authors: Guanghui Shen, Shizhuo Yang, Liujun Wu, Yingjie Chen, Yueling Hu, Fan Zhou, Wei Wang, Peining Liu, Fenzan Wu, Yanlong Liu, Fan Wang, Li Chen
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Frontiers Media S.A. 2023-07-01
Series:Frontiers in Psychiatry
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Online Access:https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/fpsyt.2023.1085429/full