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Original Investigation

5-HTTLPR–brain-derived neurotrophic factor (BDNF) gene interactions and early adverse life events effect on impulsivity in suicide attempters

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Pages 137-149 | Received 27 Feb 2017, Accepted 31 Aug 2017, Published online: 06 Oct 2017

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