And this alone helped shape me as an adult. If there is an altercation I have no inclination of running, that being said there hasn't been anything close to an altercation for 10ish years. so it doesn't have anything to do with what you described. The methylenetetrahydrofolate reductase gene, more commonly known as MTHFR, is the most asked-about gene by 23andMe customers. Because men have one copy of the X-chromosome, a variant that reduces the function of this gene has more of an influence on them. The “warrior” gene refers to a genetic variant of the MAOA gene that was named due to its link to aggressive behavior. In one of the worst accidents I can remember, I threw a phone at my mom's face after a fight. As an adult, these types of events no longer happen. As an adult, I am still perplexed by this period of my life. Personally I have no criminal record and have never been the type to go looking for trouble but growing up out of my group of friends if there was a bully I'd always be the only one with the balls to fight him, if someone starts shit I've never had a problem using a bit of physical force to resolve things and I think the fact I am comfortable using violence has helped myself and those close to me out of some very scary situations so to me, It's not a negative. Promethease does have options to narrow down the data in how it relates to various things though so you can hopefully find the bits and pieces you are curious about without having to go through all the other unclassified stuff which doesn't have any real info linked to it. (MAOA) It breaks down monoamine neurotransmitters (dopamine, epinephrine, and serotonin) through oxidation. Well, there’s undoubtedly more to it than genes alone, but I do have one copy of the more exploratory Met version of the COMT gene. Most of the anger issues where locked in at home, but again, most of my anger could not be explained. DNA testing services AncestryDNA and 23andme allows you take genetic tests & analyse your DNA at home. Its overhyped media name is The Adventure Gene, and supposedly one allele means you’re much more attracted to novelty and adventure. I scrolled through a whole heap of information, I had time on my hands that day and was super curious what all this information meant. I have seen video tutorials, but it still looks daunting, probably because its just unfamiliar for myself. Some websites and products have made bold claims that common genetic variants in MTHFR can cause a wide array of health conditions, ranging from blood clots and cancer to autism and migraines. My only explanation for this is that my mom actually looked for help at my worst when I was younger. However, any labels like “the warrior gene” are highly problematic because they suggest that the this gene is specifically associated with violence. My partner has the worrier gene and I can tell a clear difference between us in a crisis. The COMT gene controls the break down of neurotransmitters such as dopamine. Just recently, 23andme changed to a V5 chip for DNA sequencing. And my husband? It literally send shockwaves to the media around the world. The gene contributes to the regulation of the amounts of monoamine oxidase in the individual's brain. Promethease will tell you that you MAY have the warrior gene. However, there are still many people who have the gene and are non-violent. But no one, not even myself could find a cause. “ Rs909525 (MAOA Gene) – This is the best proxy for the number of repeats of the MAOA warrior gene. It’s not, just as alleles from other genes do not only have one outcome. At first I was confused, since I have never heard about it, but after doing some research, I am both perplexed, but somewhat relived, since this gene may explain my behavior as a kid. Here's how to read raw DNA results × | The Medical Futurist × Get the week's top news shaping the future of medicine. warrior gene doesn't mean you become rage and short tempered, it means that you can handle stress well ( more stable, calm in "warzone" ). And I cannot imagine hurting a fly, much less a person. I usually vent a bit then its over, I don't dwell. The variants of the MAOA gene, collectively called MAOA-L, are responsible for the aggressive behavior seen in many individuals with mental disorders. Basically, the incarcerated population is more likely to have this gene than the general population. I don't know how to read this. I'm not prone to violence and haven't been in a fight in almost 30 years. Nevertheless, I do know that there are some positives about the Warrior Gene. I will definitely update when I get my results back. The Warrior gene variant you refer to will stew your brain in neurotransmitters; of salience here is dopamine, which can lead to hostility, combativeness and determination, as well as many positive effects 1 View Entire Discussion (7 Comments) r/23andme genes are not everything..or, be glad that you have G, imagine if you have A and have that problem as a kid, It's not listed as good. Basically, this means you can now figure out your MAOA variant from 23andMe results. enzyme in the brain that breaks down neurotransmitters such as noradrenaline If you have “TT” or just “T” (males), then you most probably have the less aggressive version. There are rumors going around that 23andMe screwed this one up and nearly everybody is listed as (C;C). MAO-A gene codes for monoamine oxidase A. Monoamine oxidase A controls the levels of dopamine within the body. Monoamine oxidase breaks down neurotransmitters such as noradrenaline, adrenaline, serotonin and dopamine, and as such, plays an important role in regulating mood. One of the most well-studied genetic variants in this gene is the single-nucleotide polymorphism (“SNP”) rs6265, also known as the “Val66Met” polymorphism. You can check your 23andMe data to see if you carry the COMT Val158Met variant. Except if I see that bastard that pushed me off the swing in second grade.... Just kidding (but I do remember his name, lol).