Published in Nature Genetics · View the paper (DOI)
A global genome-wide association study identified eight genetic variants linked to anorexia nervosa, revealing a complex interplay between metabolic and psychiatric factors. The research suggests that integrating metabolic information may help clinicians develop better treatment approaches for this potentially lethal illness.
Coverage from 2 institutions
- Genetic study reveals metabolic origins of anorexia King's College London · Jul 15, 2019 · first to report
- New Zealanders involved in global study showing genetic predisposition for anorexia University of Otago · Jul 16, 2019