Which receptor gene has been associated with early onset of drinking in adolescents by Miranda et al. (2010)?
A)GABA
B)OPRM1
C)5HT
D)Dopamine

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Miranda et al. (2010) found that the OPRM1 receptor gene was associated with early onset of drinking in adolescents. This gene is involved in the brain's reward system and is related to the processing of the pleasurable effects of alcohol.

Which Receptor Gene Has Been Associated with Early Onset of Drinking