Obesity is often a combination of genetic and lifestyle factors. Genetics can influence metabolic pathways, appetite control, and energy storage. Leptin resistance can lead to increased appetite and ...

After more than 50 years of research, scientists still don't know exactly what causes autism. But the data make clear that ...

Are you mostly a product of the genes you inherit or your experiences in life? This question intrigues many people, including addiction researchers. In this post, I provide an overview of key research ...

Genetics is just one of several factors thought to influence personality disorder development. Life experiences, family dynamics, coping mechanisms, and social learning may all be contributing factors ...

Genetics is the study of genes and how they influence characteristics and health. Through a variety of technological methods, environmental factors, and lifestyle choices, it is possible to alter some ...

Seven years ago, I took a bet from one of the most controversial figures in the scientific world. Charles Murray, the political scientist who—along with the late psychologist Richard Herrnstein—wrote ...

From cystic fibrosis to sickle cell disease, Down syndrome, and Klinefelter syndrome, these are some examples of genetic illnesses you should be aware of. You should also know that breast cancer, ...

Jessica D. Ayers does not work for, consult, own shares in or receive funding from any company or organization that would benefit from this article, and has disclosed no relevant affiliations beyond ...

While some genes are directly associated with Alzheimer’s disease, developing early onset Alzheimer’s might also have to do with lifestyle factors. Early onset (also called younger onset) Alzheimer’s ...