Child Abuse Alters Stress-Fighting Gene, Study Says

Monday, February 23, 2009 - 17:14 in Psychology & Sociology

Childhood abuse can permanently alter the way a gene works, leaving victims more vulnerable to stressful events throughout their lives.

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