Passion for gambling is hereditary

UK scientists have discovered a gene that many people like to risk money.

Dr. Jonathan Roiser, a neurologist at University College London (UCL), said that in the human body there is a gene involved in the transport of serotonin - a neurotransmitter capable of controlling mood. our. This unnamed gene has two short and long versions. They play an important role in decision making, especially when people face gambling opportunities.

Roiser and his colleagues recruited 30 volunteers to participate in a test. Among the volunteers there are some who carry short versions. They receive $ 50 and face two options: spend $ 30 or gamble with the full amount. If someone chooses to gamble, the risk of losing money is 60%, and the chance of an additional $ 50 is only 40%.

The results showed that most people who own short gene versions want to gamble. Roiser believes that owning a short or long version can affect every human decision in real life.

'For example, banks' money dealers need to accurately assess risk risks to make reasonable decisions. They are not allowed to let information dominate the decision-making process. Therefore, we think that those who own long gene versions will make more reasonable decisions. Of course, this hypothesis needs to be verified with another study , 'said Roiser.

If the hypothesis is correct, perhaps banks should analyze the employee's genes before choosing the person who is responsible for the monetary business. According to Roiser, people in every culture follow a certain trend when they make decisions. Even when trained, it is still difficult for us to escape the effects of those trends.