Genetic Clues Hold Key To Schizophrenia Treatment

Courtesy ScienceDaily  Tue, 03/24/2009 - 10:15

A new study has found that a gene called DISC1 -- known to play a role in the development of mental illness -- may control the way some patients respond to psychiatric medication.


 

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