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Genes Play a Role in Sun-seeking Behavior

by Samhita Vitta on Sep 11 2020 1:16 PM

Addiction genes and other genes involved in risk behaviors are linked to sun-seeking behavior, according to a new study.

Genes Play a Role in Sun-seeking Behavior
Sun-seeking behavior is linked to genes that play a role in addiction, behavioral and brain functions, according to a new study by King’s College London researchers.
Skin cancer awareness campaigns need to consider that a genetic predisposition complicates sun-seeking behavior.

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Sun-seeking behavior in certain individuals are linked to genes that play a role in addiction, brain function and behavior. Individuals need to be careful to avoid extreme sun-seeking as it may lead to skin cancer.
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The researchers studied the health information of 2,500 twins from TwinsUK. The study included the participant’s sun-seeking behavior and genetics.

The researchers found that identical twins in a pair were more likely to have a similar sun-seeking behavior than non-identical twins. This finding indicates that genetics play a key role.

The team further identified five key genes involved in the sun-seeking behavior by analyzing 260,00 participants.

These genes have been previously linked to behavioral traits which are associated with risk-taking and addiction, that includes smoking, cannabis and alcohol consumption and number of sexual partners.

The researchers suggest that tackling excessive sun exposure or the use of tanning beds could be more challenging as genetic factors influence them.

People must be aware of the role of genes in sun-seeking behavior and prevent potential harms of excessive sun exposure.



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