Saturday June 26, 2010
Autism and genetics: A breakthrough that sheds light on a medical mystery
Steve Connor
Independent
Scientists have discovered the first significant link between autism and DNA, in a study that could revolutionise understanding of this disturbing behavioural disorder which affects more than half-a-million Britons.
The researchers believe the changes they have found to the genetic make-up of autistic children play a significant role in causing the developmental illness.
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