Childhood adversity may lead to epigenetic changes in glucocorticoid receptor gene
The research, published online in PLoS ONE on January 25, 2012, suggests that childhood adversity may lead to epigenetic changes in the human glucocorticoid receptor gene, an important regulator of the biological stress response that may increase risk for psychiatric disorders.
Specific genetic mutations in women with autoimmune diseases are associated with preeclampsia-a common pregnancy-related problem that can threaten the health of both baby and mother.