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Psychiatric Genetics
Primer
Psychiatric Genetics is the study of the role of genetics in the development of mental disorders. Many mental disorders are highly heritable.
Mitochondrial Diseases
- Psychotropics, including typical and atypical antipsychotics, selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors, and antiepileptics, interfere with important mitochondrial functions and may worsen symptoms.
DiGeorge (22q11.2) Deletion Syndrome
See main article: DiGeorge (22q11.2 Deletion) Syndrome
Risk Genes
Serotonin Transporter Gene and Depression (5-HTTLPR)
Pharmacogenetic Testing
See main article: Pharmacogenetic Testing