Modeling endophenotypes of suicidal behavior in animals.
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SUBMITTER: Roy B
PROVIDER: S-EPMC8257747 | biostudies-literature | 2021 Sep
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Modeling endophenotypes of suicidal behavior in animals.
Roy Bhaskar B Dwivedi Yogesh Y
Neuroscience and biobehavioral reviews 20210106
Suicide is a major public health concern. One of the common contributors to the increased risk for suicide is the genetic constitution of individuals, which determines certain endophenotypic traits used as quantifiable measure of neurobiological functions. Therefore, a logical deconstruction of the originating endophenotypes associated with suicidal risk could provide a better understanding of this complex disorder. In this regard, non-human animals can be a useful resource to test endophenotype ...[more]
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