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A new study published in Brain Sciences has uncovered important epigenetic differences in a group of Mexican children diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) compared to neurotypical controls. The research provides new insights into the complex interplay…
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Experiencing chronic stress or taking addictive drugs like cocaine can change your brain and behavior in similar ways, making you prone to anxiety or addiction. Key Facts: Chronic stress and chronic drug abuse both impair the striatum, which can make people be…
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Major depressive disorder affects over 280 million people worldwide. While the causes are complex, new research is uncovering the role epigenetics plays in depression. Epigenetic changes can regulate how genes are expressed without altering the DNA sequence it…
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