Gene variant linked to active personality traits also linked to human longevity
Thursday, January 3, 2013 - 16:00
in Psychology & Sociology
A variant of a gene associated with active personality traits in humans seems to also be involved with living a longer life, researchers have found. People who carry this variant gene seem to be more motivated to pursue social, intellectual and physical activities. The variant is also linked to attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder and addictive and risky behaviors, researchers say.