Missing DNA Sheds Light on Roots of Schizophrenia

Missing chunks of DNA increase a child's chance of developing schizophrenia by up to 10 times, say to two major international studies. Scientists are calling the data from more than 3,000 schizophrenia patients a huge step toward finding the genetic source of the disease, which could ultimately help doctors improve diagnosis and treatment, the Boston Globe reports.

"These papers represent the first rock-solid foundation knowledge of what can cause schizophrenia," said one researcher. (More schizophrenia stories.)