I am often asked if and/or what role genetics plays in some with neurotransmitter imbalance(s). There is no doubt that some people are genetically predetermined to have suboptimal neurotransmitter function. In fact, it is quite common to see patterns of disorders related to neurotransmitter imbalances run through many generations. The confusing part is that it doesn’t have to be the same neurotransmitter-based disorder that is passed on from one generation to the next.
For instance, a person with migraines may or may not have siblings, parents, grandparents, aunts or uncles with migraines (although it is likely); however, they will inevitably have blood-relatives that have one or more other neurotransmitter-based disorder, including, insomnia, depression, anxiety, OCD, ADD/ADHD, weight problems, trichotillomania or others imbalances related to neurotransmitter imbalance. How a neurotransmitter imbalance manifests itself in each person’s life may be different, but the underlying imbalance is there and is often passed down from generation to generation.
Having a genetic predisposition to neurotransmitter imbalance may mean that you need to take some form of amino acid therapy for the rest of your life in order to compensate for that underlying issue. However, you can compensate for it in most cases.
Just because you were ‘born with it’ doesn’t mean that you are stuck with it; you can change your lot in life and amino acid therapy can be the key you need to unlock your full potential.
