Further, DDC and serotonin problems work closely with your MAO genes, so symptoms can be the same for both genes.
Serotonin imbalance symptoms are common with bad DDC gene mutations, these include:
Low serotonin:
- Aggression
- Anxiety / Social anxiety
- Carbohydrate craving
- Constipation – serotonin is required for control of gut motility as it activates smooth muscle activity.
- Depression
- Impulsive tendencies
- Insomnia
- Low pain tolerance
- Low self-esteem
- Obsessive-compulsive disorder
- Panic disorder and post-traumatic stress disorder
- Poor dream recall
- Social phobia
High serotonin:
- Aggressive behavior
- Antisocial behavior
- Confusion
- Extreme agitation
- GI distress/nausea
- Muscle twitching
*Mental health symptoms in bold.
