We know that the genes we're born with contribute to the risk of psychiatric disorders during our lifetimes, and a new study ...

For decades, geneticists have known that most common illnesses are not caused by a single rogue gene but by intricate ...

In a landmark discovery, researchers from the University of Antioquia have identified a new genetic syndrome that bridges the gap between neurodevelopmental disorders and neurodegenerative diseases.

An analysis of DNA from millions of individuals has identified shared genetic pathways across psychiatric disorders, findings ...

The exact cause of personality disorders is unclear. However, genetics, neurological differences, and environmental factors may contribute to the development of these complex mental health conditions.

Our understanding of mental illness is undergoing a major evolution, driven by recent advances in genetics. Rather than ...

As a teenager just moved to Iowa from war-ravaged Germany in 1951, John M. Opitz, M.D., wanted to study developmental biology, but his “very Prussian” mother insisted he go to medical school instead.