SMRTR Science & EngineeringDec 8, 2025Wired

For the First Time, Mutations in a Single Gene Have Been Linked to Mental Illness

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Scientists discovered the first single gene mutation directly linked to mental illness, with GRIN2A variations significantly increasing schizophrenia risk. This breakthrough challenges beliefs about multiple genetic factors and enables targeted L-serine treatments.

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