The Low Activity (L) Variant of the Monoamine Oxidase a (MAOA)

question 9

Multiple Choice

The low activity (L) variant of the monoamine oxidase A (MAOA) gene is linked to:

• A) More grey matter in the amygdala
• B) Less sensitivity to maltreatment in childhood
• C) More aggressive traits
• D) Increased ability to remove neurotransmitters

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