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Scientists Uncover Genetic Links Between Eight Major Psychiatric Disorders
Eight psychiatric conditions that appear very different on the surface may share important genetic influences beneath the brain’s complex biology. New research suggests that genetic variations affecting brain development could help explain why conditions such as ADHD, autism, schizophrenia, and anorexia sometimes occur together. The findings could eventually help scientists develop treatments that target biological…
Hundreds of Autism-Linked Genes Point to Just Two Patterns in the Brain
For years, autism genetics has looked like a puzzle with thousands of pieces and no obvious picture on the box. Researchers have identified more than 1,200 genes linked to autism, but the sheer number has made one question incredibly difficult to answer: do all those different genetic changes eventually lead the brain toward a smaller…
Scientists Discover Common Genetic Link Behind Eight Major Psychiatric Disorders
Psychiatric disorders have traditionally been viewed as separate conditions, each with its own symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment plan. Someone diagnosed with attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) receives a very different diagnosis from someone living with schizophrenia or anorexia nervosa, even though doctors have long observed that these conditions often overlap. Many people experience more than one…
Your Mother’s Genes May Be Behind How Smart You Are, Scientists Say
Every parent has played the game at some point. A child breezes through a math test, learns to read ahead of schedule, or asks a question so sharp it stops adults mid-sentence. And almost immediately, someone in the room claims credit. Dad grins. Mom raises an eyebrow. Grandparents start citing family history. For decades, science…