Scientists Uncover Shared Genetic Roots of OCD, Tourette Syndrome, And Autism
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Researchers analyzing exome data from nearly 4,000 individuals identified 36 genes substantially increasing risk of OCD and chronic tic disorders, dramatically expanding the catalog from four previously known high-confidence genes and revealing connections with autism and schizophrenia.
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