EPISODE · Oct 18, 2024 · 8 MIN
E63 - Looking at My Genes: What Can They Tell Me About My Mental Health?
from Women and Mental Health · host Andrew MacQuoid
Genes, along with environmental and biological factors, play a role in mental health. While most genetic variants don’t directly cause mental disorders, some rare gene variants can increase the risk. Genetic testing can’t yet predict the risk of developing a mental disorder, but it may improve in the future. Understanding your family health history can also offer insights into mental health risks.
What this episode covers
Genes, along with environmental and biological factors, play a role in mental health. While most genetic variants don’t directly cause mental disorders, some rare gene variants can increase the risk. Genetic testing can’t yet predict the risk of developing a mental disorder, but it may improve in the future. Understanding your family health history can also offer insights into mental health risks.
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