Gene Study Identifies Series of DNA Variants Linked to Dyslexia

25th October, 2022

28 October 2022, Dyslexia, News, Newsletter, SLP

[Source: Science Daily]

Scientists have for the first time pinpointed a large number of genes that are reliably associated with dyslexia. Around a third of the 42 genetic variants identified have been previously linked to general cognitive ability and educational attainment. The researchers say their findings aid our understanding of the biology behind why some children struggle to read or spell.

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