The "warrior gene" was named due to its association with aggressive behaviour. Since then, studies have linked the warrior gene to various other characteristics including:
- Antisocial behaviour
- Pathological gambling
- Alcoholism
- Personality disorders
- Crime and violence especially when abused as children
- Psychological disorders such as autism, depression, sleep disorders, seizures
- Panic disorders
- Mental retardation (Brunner syndrome)
- Sudden infant death syndrome
Although the "warrior gene" has been linked to many negative characteristics, there is also a strong correlation between "warrior gene" carriers and successful business decisions. Recent studies have shown that people that have one or more copies of the "warrior gene" are more likely to take financial risks and are more likely to benefit from these risks.