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Wednesday, 3 August 2016

Scientists came to a fascinating conclusion after looking at the DNA of thousands of people with depression

Scientists came to a fascinating conclusion after looking at the DNA of thousands of people with depression A team of scientists pinpointed 17 genetic tweaks, or SNPs (pronounced "snips"), that appear to be tied to MDD. The Independent

See also:
  • Identification of 15 genetic loci associated with risk of major depression in individuals of European descent (abstract) Nature Genetics
  • Are you BORN with depression? Landmark gene scan finds 'more than a dozen genes that fuel the disorder' The Daily Mail
  • Genetic clues may unlock causes of depression OnMedica
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