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Genetic (Polygenic) Risk for Psychiatric Disorders & Subject-Specific School Grades (2023 Study)

The intricate connection between mental health and educational attainment is a subject of growing interest and importance. Recent studies have shed light on how genetic predispositions to certain mental disorders can influence academic performance, challenging our understanding of how mental health impacts learning. Highlights: Polygenic Risk Scores Reveal New Insights: Studies utilizing polygenic risk scores …

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Genetics & Age-Related Cognitive Decline: Insights from TOMORROW Trial (2024 Study)

In a study utilizing data from the TOMMORROW trial, researchers have embarked on a novel exploration of genetic associations with cognitive change in older individuals. Employing a genome-wide association study (GWAS) approach, they’ve identified specific genetic variants linked to cognitive dynamics, providing new insights into the genetic underpinnings of cognitive change with aging. Highlights: Novel …

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