Epigenetics of Developmental Psychiatric Disorders
A special issue of Cells (ISSN 2073-4409).
Deadline for manuscript submissions: closed (15 October 2023) | Viewed by 241
Special Issue Editor
2. The Integrated Brain and Behavior Research Center (IBBRC), University of Haifa, Haifa 3498838, Israel
Interests: epigenetics; gene–environment interactions; animal models of psychopathology; stress and resilience; transgenerational transmission of pathology
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Dear Colleague,
Epigenetics is the study of changes in gene expression that occur without altering the underlying DNA sequence. In recent years, research has shown that epigenetic mechanisms play a crucial role in the development of psychiatric disorders, particularly during critical time periods of development. There is growing evidence linking epigenetic modifications to various developmental psychiatric disorders, such as autism spectrum disorder, attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder, and schizophrenia. Epigenetic changes can occur in response to environmental factors, such as stress, malnutrition, or exposure to toxins or drugs of abuse. Such changes may influence gene expression patterns that impact brain development and behavior. Understanding the role of epigenetics in developmental psychiatric disorders may lead to the development of novel interventions and personalized treatment approaches that target specific epigenetic mechanisms.
Prof. Dr. Inna Gaisler-Salomon
Guest Editor
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Keywords
- developmental psychiatric disorders
- autism spectrum disorder
- attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder
- schizophrenia
- epigenetics
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