Category: Genetics

Study suggests extinguishing fearful memories depends on the flexibility of your DNA

From the University of Queensland press release: Fear is an important survival mechanism and so too is the ability to inhibit fear when it’s no longer needed. In order to… Read more »

Study looks at effect of paternal age on risk of neurodevelopmental disorders in children

From the Tohoku University press release: It is no secret that genetic factors play a role in determining whether children have neurodevelopmental disorders. Maternal exposure to drugs and viral or… Read more »

Study suggests genetic links to childhood emotional, social and psychiatric problems

From the University of Queensland press release: Emotional, social and psychiatric problems in children and adolescents have been linked to higher levels of genetic vulnerability for adult depression. University of… Read more »

Study suggests long-term memory performance depends upon gating system

From the Scripps Research Institute press release: Storing and retrieving memories is among the most important tasks our intricate brains must perform, yet how that happens at a molecular level… Read more »

Study suggests link between air pollution in childhood and schizophrenia

From the Aarhus University press release: Air pollution affects physical health, and research results now conclude that it also affects our psychological health. The study, which combines genetic data from… Read more »

Study suggests brain size may affect risk for heavier alcohol consumption

From the Washington University in St. Louis press release: For years, researchers have observed that alcohol consumption is associated with reduced brain volume and concluded that drinking can literally shrink… Read more »