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Science News for January 11, 1998


New Gene For Mental Illness

Researchers have confirmed a link between a specific gene mutation and increased risk of depression, hospitalization, and suicidal attempts. The discovery aims to improve psychiatric diagnoses and treatments by enabling more precise identification of genetic predispositions.

SourceMolecular Psychiatry·JournalMolecular Psychiatry·DateJan 11, 1998