The Molecular Basis of Resilience: A Narrative Review.
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SUBMITTER: Ryan M
PROVIDER: S-EPMC9120427 | biostudies-literature | 2022
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The Molecular Basis of Resilience: A Narrative Review.
Frontiers in psychiatry 20220506
Resilience refers to the adaptability of a person - an ability to "bounce-back" from stressors. We question if resilience can be strengthened, potentially to decrease the risk of stress-related disorders. Unfortunately, the molecular origins of resilience are complicated and not yet well understood. In this review, we examine the various physiological biomarkers of resilience, including the associated genes, epigenetic changes, and protein biomarkers associated with resilient phenotypes. In addi ...[more]
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