Multi-Order Adaptive Network Modeling for Pathways of DNA Methylation and Their Effects on Memory Regulation Leading to Flashbacks and PTSD
摘要
In this chapter, an integrative fifth-order biological and mental network model is introduced, to demonstrate epigenetics effects in Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), using an adaptive network modeling approach based on temporal-casual networks. The network model assesses DNA methylation dysregulation, on glucocorticoid receptors, and side effects of glucocorticoid receptor hyperreactivity to glucocorticoids in fear processing of individuals with post-traumatic stress disorder. Furthermore, a form of therapy is explored on differently methylated genes. Genes NR3C1 and FKBP5, and their expression were chosen for the demonstration, furthermore, administering MDMA was chosen as a form of therapy. Several simulations were run to analyze and illustrate behavior of the network model. Behaviors for both genes and their expression were tested together and individually.