PLoS One November 2010 PMID 21152404

Associations between dopamine D4 receptor gene variation with both infidelity and sexual promiscuity.

Justin R Garcia, James MacKillop, Edward L Aller, Ann M Merriwether, David Sloan Wilson, J Koji Lum

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The discussions highlight the scientific basis of the publication, with participants referencing the specific gene DRD4 and its relation to infidelity, using words like 'discovered,' 'linked,' and 'correlated,' which convey curiosity and support. The tone varies from analytical to cautious, reflecting both interest and skepticism about the broader impact of these findings.

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Most discussions acknowledge the existence of a genetic link to behaviors like infidelity, indicating general support for the publication's claims.

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The topic of genetics and sexual behavior clearly sparks high interest due to its controversial and thought-provoking nature.

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Some posts reference specific scientific studies, genetic concepts, and theories like r/K selection, showing a moderate level of detailed engagement.

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Discussions suggest awareness of the study's potential implications on understanding human behavior, though some remain cautious about overgeneralizing.

Abstract in brief

  • This study investigates how genetic variation in the dopamine D4 receptor gene (DRD4), specifically the VNTR polymorphism, is linked to sexual behaviors like promiscuity and infidelity, with individuals carrying at least one 7-repeat allele (7R) showing higher rates of these behaviors.
  • The research involved surveying 181 young adults about their sexual histories and analyzing their genetic samples, revealing that 7R carriers are more likely to have engaged in one-night stands and infidelity.
  • The findings suggest that genetic differences in brain motivation and reward pathways influence sexual behavior, and the variation in DRD4 gene alleles across populations may be shaped by recent evolutionary pressures.]

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@sbyfess btw ini beneran ada penelitiannya bisa dibaca di link ini, cmn ya harus diuji lg statement nya dan pasti ga cmn gen aja sebagai hal penentu bisa jg faktor lain dari lingkungan maupun karakter individu. jd gabisa 100% dipukul rata sama yaa. https://t.co/DYmpsa66Ya

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serotonin_nin
@serotonin_nin · X

浮気性の男性は魅力的⁉️ 【DRD4のR+】という遺伝子の表現型の人は、一夜限りの恋愛や浮気傾向が高いです

Aug 7, 2019 · 14 likes · 1 share · 2,373 followers View post →
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@jorgebodyandmi1 @t3mp3rl3y @sipyro_siparty2 Es prácticamente inviable una relación a largo plazo con una persona promiscua, hay bastantes artículos científicos que tratan el tema. Dejo este aquí por si a alguien le interesa! https://t.co/v5n3Z66iOP

May 12, 2022 · 5 likes · 393 followers View post →
kardus PICKПΛVΛ™
@bigwinBOX · X

@convomf researchers at Binghamton University have discovered that about half of all people have a gene (DRD4) that makes them more vulnerable to promiscuity and cheating. DRD4 is the "thrill-seeking" gene, also responsible for alcohol and gambling addictions. https://t.co/abkvKI8mpT

Nov 17, 2021 · 5 likes · 2 shares · 11 followers View post →

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@ssp6 @PNSpedronuno @IsabelLMMoreira @Alexandrarfl Conceptualizing these findings in terms of r/K selection theory suggests a mechanism for selective pressure for and against the 7R+ genotype that may explain the considerable global allelic variation for this polymorphism. Source: https://t.co/oUj9lvPRQD https://t.co/NSbW8wQpin

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@onesachet · X

@mas_h_p @sbyfess kak tp disini jg ada jurnal inter penelitian gen dengan human partisipant (Participants were 181 young adults (118 females, 63 males) jd yg bener yg mana ya? https://t.co/jYFC6wpbQl

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g00lden
@onesachet · X

@sbyfess btw ini beneran ada penelitiannya bisa dibaca di link ini, cmn ya harus diuji lg statement nya dan pasti ga cmn gen aja sebagai hal penentu bisa jg faktor lain dari lingkungan maupun karakter individu. jd gabisa 100% dipukul rata sama yaa. https://t.co/DYmpsa66Ya

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g00lden
@onesachet · X

@dsat911 @sbyfess aku ga membela statement nya ya kak tp ada jurnal nya ini linknya https://t.co/DYmpsa66Ya

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Asger Garde
@asger_garde · X

@marqann @BjarkeCharlie Hvorfor er det groft at sige, at de valg en person har taget i fortiden (altså hvad personen er) også har betydning for, hvordan den person statistisk set vil handle fremover? Er det ikke fuldstændigt normalt? Der er endda en genetisk sammenhæng... https://t.co/a4613nwhna

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Asger Garde
@asger_garde · X

@efmikkelsen @kasper_wester @thorborg Her er et af dem: en genetisk sammenhæng. Det er naturligvis ikke den eneste. Associations between Dopamine D4 Receptor Gene Variation with Both Infidelity and Sexual Promiscuity https://t.co/a4613nwhna Er du OVERRASKET over at der er en sammenhæng mellem fortid og fremtid?

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Asger Garde
@asger_garde · X

@Jes_Moeller @BjarkeCharlie Igen, er du overrasket, mester? https://t.co/bV4zjc4nPs Associations between Dopamine D4 Receptor Gene Variation with Both Infidelity and Sexual Promiscuity https://t.co/a4613nwhna The Road to Infidelity Passes Through Multiple Sexual Partners https://t.co/5Ex3C73u9f

Mar 7, 2024 · 4 likes · 1,326 followers View post →
Shinobi
@Tacsinobi · X

@urfavocaaa https://t.co/FUqPjMugWM if anyone's interested in reading the journal.

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savfjrn
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@ratnadelvina Ini di footnote medicalnews tadi https://t.co/HxkDZcMd5d

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shabbie •
@sunrisesyo · X

@Scanadtr @tanyarlfes disini yah https://t.co/gUBQ7DlE9X

Mar 19, 2023 · 12 likes · 2 shares · 395 followers View post →
Bethany Lee (she/her)
@MsLeeTeaches · X

(2) Garcia JR, MacKillop J, Aller EL, Merriwether AM, Wilson DS, Lum JK. Associations between dopamine D4 receptor gene variation with both infidelity and sexual promiscuity. PLoS ONE. 2010;5:e14162. https://t.co/ZJ4Tv8UmWu

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ottersnoot
@ottersnoot · X

Associations between Dopamine D4 Receptor Gene Variation with Both Infidelity and Sexual Promiscuity https://t.co/f6ZZJp4mQ7 Ja genau so hab ich mir das gedacht <_<

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Homo Discere @ホモディスケレー
@MatsumotoY10 · X

参考文献 https://t.co/9PVKq6ZIQO https://t.co/M2iECPft35

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Ivar Jerstad
@iv9801 · X

RT @DrZhana: For example: https://t.co/bLCxqXRAUQ or https://t.co/m7Ob84W7JS

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Zhana Vrangalova, PhD
@DrZhana · X

For example: https://t.co/bLCxqXRAUQ or https://t.co/m7Ob84W7JS

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Weimar☕
@Weimar1945 · X

@jorgebodyandmi1 @t3mp3rl3y @sipyro_siparty2 Es prácticamente inviable una relación a largo plazo con una persona promiscua, hay bastantes artículos científicos que tratan el tema. Dejo este aquí por si a alguien le interesa! https://t.co/v5n3Z66iOP

May 12, 2022 · 5 likes · 393 followers View post →
LITRADIOZN
@litradiozn · X

RT @scientifeast: Here, is the scientific study linking a specific gene to infedility.#AskAMan https://t.co/jgxUBOw3XY

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Scientifeast
@scientifeast · X

Here, is the scientific study linking a specific gene to infedility.#AskAMan https://t.co/jgxUBOw3XY

May 3, 2022 · 1 like · 1 share · 22 followers View post →
Robert B
@ABRAXOsales · X

@ZubyMusic "Human dopamine D4 receptor gene (DRD4) has been correlated with an array of behavioral phenotypes and may be predicatively responsible for variation in motivating some sexual behaviors, particularly promiscuity and infidelity." https://t.co/H3E5BJzcNs.

Mar 29, 2022 · 22 followers View post →
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@volvarielavolva · X

RT @boksfeline: @convomf researchers at Binghamton University have discovered that about half of all people have a gene (DRD4) that makes t…

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RT @boksfeline: @convomf researchers at Binghamton University have discovered that about half of all people have a gene (DRD4) that makes t…

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kardus PICKПΛVΛ™
@bigwinBOX · X

@convomf researchers at Binghamton University have discovered that about half of all people have a gene (DRD4) that makes them more vulnerable to promiscuity and cheating. DRD4 is the "thrill-seeking" gene, also responsible for alcohol and gambling addictions. https://t.co/abkvKI8mpT

Nov 17, 2021 · 5 likes · 2 shares · 11 followers View post →
kardus PICKПΛVΛ™
@bigwinBOX · X

@kosongan777 @ruvvanda @ViWya_XYriuZ @urgirlfie_ @convomf in English yaa kakak2.. 1. Sekali selingkuh akan selalu selingkuh: https://t.co/ps6KmflDD4 2. Selingkuh dimungkinkan ada kaitannya dengan gen reseptor Dopamine D4 (DRD4): https://t.co/abkvKI8mpT

Nov 17, 2021 · 3 likes · 1 share · 11 followers View post →
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Dr Rajneesh Reddy
@reddy_rajneesh · X

“The chains of marriage are heavy and it takes two to carry them—sometimes three,” Monogamy and adultery are our fare.“There are two great tragedies in life, losing the one you love and winning the one you love.”..

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@kristinaboyar · X

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Michka
@michka92 · X

RT @Oldtiger666: از مزایای داشتن این نوع ژ‌ن ارتباط آن با میزان خلاقیت فرد و جستجوی تازگی است که میتونه توضیحی بر رفتارهای بی بند و بارانه…

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Oldtiger
@Oldtiger666 · X

از مزایای داشتن این نوع ژ‌ن ارتباط آن با میزان خلاقیت فرد و جستجوی تازگی است که میتونه توضیحی بر رفتارهای بی بند و بارانه هنرمندانی مثل پیکاسو باشه! منبع: https://t.co/GZlWmVjbAS

Dec 5, 2019 · 74 likes · 1 share · 8,818 followers View post →
なんなん Ph.D.
@shinkeikei · X

ドーパミンのD4受容体の遺伝子に特定の配列(7R+)を持つ人は、浮気とか乱行をする確率が高いという報告がありますね。知らんけど。 https://t.co/yMXYfMOiOU https://t.co/spcHmUbKvf

Aug 8, 2019 · 3 likes · 153 followers View post →
えみはむ
@biz_hapi · X

RT @serotonin_nin: 浮気性の男性は魅力的⁉️ 【DRD4のR+】という遺伝子の表現型の人は、一夜限りの恋愛や浮気傾向が高いです

Aug 7, 2019 · 1 share · 1,106 followers View post →
serotonin_nin
@serotonin_nin · X

浮気性の男性は魅力的⁉️ 【DRD4のR+】という遺伝子の表現型の人は、一夜限りの恋愛や浮気傾向が高いです

Aug 7, 2019 · 14 likes · 1 share · 2,373 followers View post →
Alexander Kruel
@XiXiDu · X

Associations between Dopamine D4 Receptor Gene Variation with Both Infidelity and Sexual Promiscuity https://t.co/a5762aKdDB Genetic variation appears to be a factor in individual differences in motivation to engage in sexual behavior of a risky and uncommitted nature.

Apr 24, 2019 · 2 likes · 4,866 followers View post →
Gretchen Baskerville-Life-Saving Divorce
@GGBaskerville · X

Can serial adulterers change? For some people, it is genetic. There's a gene variation that correlates with infidelity and promiscuity. In other words, people with this genetic combination are 50% more likely to be unfaithful. It's not guaranteed. https://t.co/XsbNIXpz52

Jan 29, 2019 · 1 like · 2,765 followers View post →