A polymorphism of the µ-opioid receptor is linked to alcohol misuse among adolescents
Monday, October 26, 2009 - 17:49
in Psychology & Sociology
A genetic study has examined the association between a polymorphism of the µ-opioid receptor (OPRM1) gene and alcohol misuse among adolescents. Results suggest that teens who carry the G allele (A118G) of the OPRM1 gene are at increased risk for alcohol problems because they experience alcohol as more pleasurable or rewarding than teens without A118G.