The Origins of Mental Illness

Genetics

Uncovering Genetic Effects on Individual Symptoms

C-MAP Lab on July 17, 2024

New research suggests genetic factors may influence some, but not all symptoms of mental health conditions such as depression.

New research suggests genetic factors may influence some, but not all symptoms of mental health conditions such as depression.

Genetics

Genes Influence Children’s Success, Directly and Indirectly

C-MAP Lab on June 13, 2024

Wondering if it’s your genes or your home environment that will shape how successful your child is in school? Spoiler alert: It's both.

Wondering if it’s your genes or your home environment that will shape how successful your child is in school? Spoiler alert: It's both.

ADHD

How ADHD Can Be Passed From Parents to Children

C-MAP Lab on March 9, 2023

Past research suggests that parents’ ADHD, mental health problems, smoking, and education may increase the risk of childhood ADHD traits. A new genetic study indicates otherwise.

Past research suggests that parents’ ADHD, mental health problems, smoking, and education may increase the risk of childhood ADHD traits. A new genetic study indicates otherwise.

Adverse Childhood Experiences

Does Childhood Adversity Cause Mental Health Problems?

C-MAP Lab on December 8, 2022

How can accounting for genetic factors give insight into the environmental impact of adverse childhood experiences on mental health?

How can accounting for genetic factors give insight into the environmental impact of adverse childhood experiences on mental health?