A significant association was found between the T-G-A2 Haplotype of ANKK1 gene and suicidal behavior in alcohol-dependent individual. 

ANKK1 gene and suicidal behavior

ANKK1 gene is associated with having difficulty identifying feelings, and people score higher on tests that measure how hard it is for them to recognize and describe their own emotions. 

ANKK1 and Alexithymia 

People with certain version of rs1800497 ( T allele) gene might have fewer dopamine receptor in their brain

ANKK1 and PTSD 

ANKK1 Gene is linked to several mental conditions, including addictions to alcohol, nicotine, and drugs, eating disorders, ADHD, and schizophrenia. 

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Ankyrin Repeat and Kinase Domain Containing 1, is a gene that encodes a protein with specific features and functions. 

What is ANKK1 Gene 

Suchanecka A, Grzywacz A, Samochowiec J. [ANKK1 gene in psychiatry]. Psychiatria Polska. 2011 May-Jun;45(3):349-356. PMID: 22232965.


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