Dopaminergic Modulation of Conscientiousness: DRD2 rs1799732 and Personality Traits in Elite Mixed Martial Arts Athletes
These findings suggest that the DRD2 promoter polymorphism rs1799732 moderates the expression of Conscientiousness, particularly under the structured and demanding conditions experienced by elite athletes. Our results support a gene × environment interaction model, highlighting the importance of considering genetic predispositions in high-performance environments. These insights may inform personalised psychological support strategies tailored to athletes' genetic profiles, enhancing motivation, self-regulation and long-term athletic development.
Authors
- Jolanta Chmielowiec (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-3285-5313)
- Jolanta Masiak (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-5127-5838)
- Anna Grzywacz (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-2633-520X)
- Milena Lachowicz (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-8402-0564)
- Aleksandra Suchanecka (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-7137-1429)
- Krzysztof Chmielowiec (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-4254-5466)
- Remigiusz Recław (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0009-0004-7841-821X)
- Kinga Łosińska (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0009-0009-0227-106X)
Institutions
- Medical University of Lublin (PL)
- Gdansk University of Physical Education and Sport (PL)
- University of Zielona Góra (PL)
- Gdańsk Medical University (PL)
- Pomeranian Medical University (PL)
Publication Details
- Journal
- Genes
- Published
- 2025-06-18
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.3390/genes16060720
- Citations
- 5
- Primary Topic
- Neurotransmitter Receptor Influence on Behavior
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 4.55
Funders
- Narodowe Centrum Nauki