Effect of variation in BDNF Val(66)Met polymorphism, smoking, and nicotine dependence on symptom severity of depressive and anxiety disorders

M. Jamal, W. Van der Does, B.W.J.H. Penninx

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Abstract

Background: Smoking, especially nicotine dependence is associated with more severe symptoms of depression and anxiety disorders. However, the mechanisms underlying this association are unclear. We investigated the effect of brain-derived neurotrophic factor (BDNF) Val
Original languageEnglish
Pages (from-to)150-157
JournalDrug and alcohol dependence
Volume148
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 2015

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