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Published online 30 July 2007 | Nature | doi:10.1038/news070730-1

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Genes influence emotional memory

Genetic differences affect recall of positive and negative events.

A single gene can influence how clearly you recall emotionally intense memories, neuroscientists have shown. This finding could aid the search for therapies for people traumatized by horrific experiences.

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