Genes and Aggressive Behavior: Epigenetic Mechanisms Underlying Individual Susceptibility to Aversive Environments (original) (raw)

Frontiers in Behavioral Neuroscience

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This review explores the intersection of genetics and environment in shaping aggressive behavior, emphasizing the role of epigenetic mechanisms. It discusses how adverse experiences, particularly during critical developmental periods, influence gene expression related to aggression. The review examines four key genes—NR3C1, OXTR, SLC6A4, and MAOA—and their implications for vulnerability to different types of aggression. The findings highlight the integrated nature of genetic and environmental influences and their significance for neuroscience and social sciences.