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Saturday, October 11, 2008

Bipolar disorder, schizophrenia share genetic roots

(Science Daily) UPDATED 2008-07-17
A new study has found that schizophrenia and bipolar disorder (BPD) have a shared genetic "signature" that may explain why the conditions have similar long-term symptoms. Scientists found 78 abnormal genes that affect nervous system development and cell death in common between schizophrenia and BPD. Experts say the discovery of these genetic "overlaps" may guide researchers toward new and more effective treatments for both mental health conditions.  Read full story >
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