Researchers at The Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia have located a specific genetic variation that may affect about 10% of ADHD patients, and the finding could enable doctors to individualize treatment.
Article by: EMax; December 15, 2011
This week, the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia announced that it has become BGI’s newest partner, teaming up with the institute to sequence and analyze the genomes of each of its patients.The aim is to discover genes underpinning rare and common pediatric diseases.
Article by: Forbes; November 11, 2011
Besides adding to growing evidence that ADHD has a strong genetic underpinning, findings may help explain why those with the condition sometimes exhibit certain symptoms seen in other neurodevelopmental conditions, such as autism spectrum disorder, schizophrenia and bipolar disorder.
Article by: The Canadian Press; August 16, 2011