Decreased Plasma Brain-Derived Neurotrophic Factor Levels in Patients With Alcohol DependenceAlcoholism: Clinical and Experimental Research (OnlineEarly Articles). 11 September 2007
Many reports have suggested possible relationships between brain-derived neurotrophic factor (BDNF) and alcohol dependence. A protective effect of BDNF against ethanol-induced cell damage has been suggested, and this effect may contribute to the development or maintenance of alcohol dependence.
This study was carried out in order to verify the significance of BDNF in alcohol dependence..
Changes in the levels of BDNF might play a role in the pathophysiology and inheritance of alcohol dependence.
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