Psychiatric Genetics and Genomics

Module code: PSY706P

Credits: 15.0
Semester: SEM2

Contact: Dr Giorgia Michelini

This module will focus on the genetic underpinnings of mental health and illness. Students will learn about the variety of genetic approaches that have been developed to understand the genetic risk for psychiatric and neurodevelopmental conditions, such as depression, anxiety, schizophrenia, autism and ADHD. Drawing on the wealth of research studies in this field, we will explore novel clinical applications that integrate genetic information, discuss the way genetic predispositions interface with the environment and are manifested in cognitive and brain phenotypes, and highlight key strengths and limitations and future directions for genetic studies.

Connected course(s): UDF DATA
Assessment: 80.0% Coursework, 20.0% Practical
Level: 7