The findings will improve clinical diagnostic services for patients with neurodevelopmental disorders. Through rigorous genetic analysis, the researchers discovered that mutations in a small ...

Genetics is just one of several factors thought to influence personality disorder development. Life experiences, family dynamics, coping mechanisms, and social learning may all be contributing factors ...

Genetics play a role in low testosterone for some men, but underlying causes vary widely. Many genes influence testosterone ...

A rare genetic disorder discovered by UT Southwestern Medical Center researchers and their colleagues can cause brain damage from dangerously low blood sugar levels and liver damage in infants, along ...

You’ve likely heard people mention that they have inherited certain health conditions from their family. These are known as genetic disorders—conditions passed down from parents through DNA. In this ...

Genetic testing can help doctors diagnose some neurological disorders, such as Huntington’s disease. It can also provide insights into a person’s risk of future health conditions. Genetic testing ...

Nick Blackmer is a librarian, fact-checker, and researcher with more than 20 years of experience in consumer-facing health and wellness content. New research suggests that having two copies of the ...

Marley Mansour, 11, is tickled by mom Kayla Mansour on her bed at their home in Rowlett on Tuesday, April 29, 2025. Marley is set to make medical history as the first person in the world to receive ...

Menkes syndrome is a rare genetic disorder that impairs the body’s ability to absorb and store copper. The disorder primarily affects infants, and it leads to serious complications and a shortened ...

Abu Dhabi successfully completes its first gene therapy for genetic blood disorders, revolutionizing treatment approaches for ...