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The genetics of mental retardation.
- Source :
- British Journal of Psychiatry; Jun94, Vol. 164, p747-758, 12p, 5 Charts
- Publication Year :
- 1994
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Abstract
- Individuals affected by mental retardation are a clinically and aetiologically heterogeneous group. This heterogeneity is particularly highlighted when we consider the genetics of mental retardation. Recent advances in molecular genetic techniques have enabled us to understand more about the molecular basis of several genetic syndromes associated with mental retardation. In contrast, where there is no discrete cause, the interplay of genetic and environmental influences remains poorly understood. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
- Subjects :
- INTELLECTUAL disabilities
PATHOLOGICAL psychology
HETEROGENEITY
DEVELOPMENTAL disabilities
MOLECULAR genetics
HEREDITY
MEDICINE
PSYCHIATRY
MENTAL health
COMPARATIVE studies
RESEARCH methodology
MEDICAL cooperation
PEOPLE with intellectual disabilities
RESEARCH
SYNDROMES
PHENOTYPES
EVALUATION research
SOCIAL context
Subjects
Details
- Language :
- English
- ISSN :
- 00071250
- Volume :
- 164
- Database :
- Complementary Index
- Journal :
- British Journal of Psychiatry
- Publication Type :
- Academic Journal
- Accession number :
- 25046153
- Full Text :
- https://doi.org/10.1192/bjp.164.6.747