The metabolism of the amino acid l-tryptophan is a highly regulated physiological process
leading to the generation of several neuroactive compounds within the central nervous …

In recent years, there have been huge advances in the use of genetically modified mice to
study pathophysiological mechanisms involved in schizophrenia. This has allowed rapid …

Probiotics have been reported to exert beneficial effects along the gut-brain axis. This
randomised, double-blind and placebo-controlled human study aimed to evaluate such …

Aggression is an evolutionary conserved behavior present in most species including
humans. Inadequate aggression can lead to longterm detrimental personal and societal …

This systematic review summarizes pharmacogenetic studies on antidepressant response
and side effects. Out of the 17 genes we reviewed, 8 genes were entered into the meta …

The concept that genetic factors contribute to the complex trait of suicidal behaviour has
stimulated much work aimed at identifying susceptibility genes. So far molecular genetic …

Human aggression/impulsivity-related traits have a complex background that is greatly
influenced by genetic and non-genetic factors. The relationship between aggression and …

A consideration of the evolutionary, physiological and anthropological aspects of aggression
suggests that individual differences in such behaviour will have important genetic as well as …

In modern societies, there is a strive to improve the quality of life related to risk of crimes
which inevitably requires a better understanding of brain determinants and mediators of …

We have previously reported that the administration of Lactobacillus plantarum DR7 for 12
weeks reduced stress and anxiety in stressed adults as compared to the placebo group, in …