BMC Psychology (Oct 2024)

Exploring the influence of the DRD2 gene on mathematical ability: perspectives of gene association and gene-environment interaction

  • Qing Yang,
  • Ximiao Zhang,
  • Liming Zhang,
  • Chen Cheng,
  • Jingjing Zhao

DOI
https://doi.org/10.1186/s40359-024-01997-y
Journal volume & issue
Vol. 12, no. 1
pp. 1 – 8

Abstract

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Abstract Mathematical ability is influenced by genes and environment. This study focused on the effect of DRD2, a candidate gene for working memory, on mathematical ability. The results in child participants revealed associations between the DRD2 gene and mathematical ability. It was found that individual’s mathematical ability was influenced by Single Nucleotide Polymorphisms (SNPs) in DRD2, both in the form of haplotypes and in the way of interaction with parental education. These findings suggest that dopaminergic genes are linked to mathematical ability. This study provides evidence for the genetic basis of mathematical ability and offers guidance for personalized intervention in mathematical education.

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