Associations between Omega-3 Index, Dopaminergic Genetic Variants and Aggressive and Metacognitive Traits: A Study in Adult Male Prisoners

Associations between Omega-3 Index, Dopaminergic Genetic Variants and Aggressive and Metacognitive Traits: A Study in Adult Male Prisoners

Omega-3 long-chain polyunsaturated fatty acids (n-3 LCPUFA) are critical for cell membrane structure and function. Human beings have a limited ability to synthesise docosahexaenoic acid (DHA), the main n-3 LCPUFA required for neurological development. Inadequate levels of n-3 LCPUFA can affect the d...

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Main Authors: Francesca Fernandez, Mitchell K. Byrne, Marijka Batterham, Luke Grant, Barbara J. Meyer
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2022-03-01
Series:Nutrients
Subjects:
Omega-3 Index
dopaminergic receptors
dopaminergic enzymes
aggression
attention
hyperactivity
Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2072-6643/14/7/1379

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